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Saudi Arabia Celebrates 90th National Day as it Heads the G20

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. File photo
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. File photo
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Saudi Arabia Celebrates 90th National Day as it Heads the G20

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. File photo
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. File photo

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates on Wednesday its 90th national day, recalling the achievements it has made over the past nine decades, since its unification under King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud, and until the current era under the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and Crown Prince Mohamad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz.

On this day in 1932, the third Saudi state was officially called the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, after a royal decree was issued four days earlier, announcing the unification of the country.

The founding king exerted efforts to unify the country and establish a strong state with a prominent regional and international standing.

The Kingdom’s history goes back to long before the unification of Saudi Arabia. The first state, which extended from 1744 to 1818, began with the meeting that brought together the Emir of Diriyah at the time, Imam Muhammad bin Saud and Sheikh Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab in 1744.

The second state was established by Prince Turki bin Abdullah bin Muhammad bin Saud from 1824 to 1891. Given this historical dimension, Saudi Arabia has nearly 300 years of age.

Today, Saudi Arabia continues to follow its mission and approach. The Kingdom is present in various sectors, as an important partner in facing most of the world’s challenges and a founding member of various international organizations such as the United Nations. It has also assumed this year’s presidency of the G20.

These partnerships, along with their international importance and role, have placed Saudi Arabia in a major position in peace-making. The Kingdom has also played a mediating role between rival states to unify their word, abolish hate rhetoric and stop the fighting. It continued to provide assistance to many afflicted countries around the world in billions that increased year after year.

Saudi Arabia has kept its cultural identity despite its international ties. The Kingdom has preserved and strengthened its image, language and culture at international organizations.

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185,000 Yemenis to Benefit from KSrelief-Funded Project

An active presence of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) in all humanitarian aspects within Yemen (United Nations)
An active presence of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) in all humanitarian aspects within Yemen (United Nations)
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185,000 Yemenis to Benefit from KSrelief-Funded Project

An active presence of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) in all humanitarian aspects within Yemen (United Nations)
An active presence of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) in all humanitarian aspects within Yemen (United Nations)

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in partnership with the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), launched a vital $2.25 million project to improve sanitation services for over 185,000 people in Maarib, including host communities and internally displaced persons.
This 12-month initiative aims to provide essential sanitation and hygiene support through enhanced facilities and strengthened local waste management capacity, fostering safer, healthier living conditions and building long-term resilience for communities heavily impacted by Yemen’s ongoing conflict.
Abdusattor Esoev, IOM’s Chief of Mission in Yemen said, “This project is a lifeline for the people of Maarib, who are facing some of Yemen’s most challenging conditions.”
He added that with hundreds of thousands struggling to access basic sanitation, this initiative provides immediate relief while laying the groundwork for lasting, community-led solutions.
“By providing critical support, we are not only meeting urgent needs but also helping communities regain a sense of dignity, safety, and stability,” Esoev said.
Largest concentration of displaced people
As the area with Yemen’s largest concentration of displaced people, Maarib has become the country’s largest host of internally displaced persons, sheltering nearly 1.6 million people who have fled conflict, insecurity, and deteriorating living conditions across the country.
Once a governorate of 350,000 people, Maarib’s population has now surged to over two million, placing an immense strain on its infrastructure and basic services.
This unprecedented magnitude of displacement has led to overcrowded displacement sites and heightened pressure on local resources, leaving many without access to adequate sanitation, clean water, and waste management systems.
Al Jufainah site alone, Yemen’s largest displacement settlement, hosts more than 73,000 people, many of whom rely on external aid to meet their most basic needs.
Coordinated Response
Recognizing the strain on local resources and the urgent need for expanded sanitation services, IOM, with KSrelief’s substantial funding, is implementing a coordinated response to address these critical needs.
Planned interventions include the construction of 200 household latrines, the rehabilitation of 600 cesspits, and the provision of essential equipment to enhance local waste management.
The project will further support Maarib’s Hygiene Improvement Fund (HIF) with the provision of garbage and vacuum trucks to strengthen waste collection and fecal sludge management, ensuring cleaner, safer environments.
By increasing local capacity and infrastructure, this initiative provides immediate relief and promotes long-term resilience and self-sufficiency for Maarib’s communities.
This partnership with KSrelief is a continuation of its sustained commitment to supporting IOM’s humanitarian efforts in Yemen, where millions face acute needs.
As the project progresses, IOM will continue working closely with local authorities to ensure the delivery of effective, sustainable sanitation and hygiene solutions that protect public health, support social stability, and offer hope to those most affected by Yemen’s ongoing crisis.