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Saudi National Day: Kingdom’s Past, Present Paint a Picture of its Future

Saudi Arabia celebrates National Day on September 23 (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Arabia celebrates National Day on September 23 (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi National Day: Kingdom’s Past, Present Paint a Picture of its Future

Saudi Arabia celebrates National Day on September 23 (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Arabia celebrates National Day on September 23 (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The 92nd Saudi National Day, which falls on Friday September 23, is the first to be celebrated following the official decree establishing the “Foundation Day” in the Kingdom.

On January 27, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, issued a royal order declaring February 22 of each year as the anniversary of the founding of the Saudi state, in the name of 'Foundation Day', and adopting it as an official holiday.

The holiday was created in 2022 to commemorate the foundation of the first Saudi state named Diriyah, by Imam Mohammad Bin Saud on February 22, 1727.

Different from Foundation Day, the Saudi National Day marks the date of the unification of the Kingdom at the hands of King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman, which took place on September 23, 1932.

At that time, King Abdulaziz, the founder of the third Saudi state, issued from his palace in Riyadh a royal order of seven articles to rename the Kingdom of Hejaz and Nejd to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

King Abdulaziz’s move paved the way for the modern Saudi state taking its place on the international map and becoming the global and regional heavyweight it is today under the rule of its seventh monarch, King Salman bin Abdulaziz.

With the advent of the Saudi National Day, Saudis are recalling history spanning over nine decades. This history has seen the Kingdom pass through stages of transformation and development under the reigns of King Saud, King Faisal, King Khalid, King Fahd, and King Abdallah.

These different phases of growth have led up to the stage of “modernization” and building the state of the future under the rule of King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Despite modern-day challenges, Saudi Arabia, under the leadership of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, has been able to prove itself as an influential state in international affairs.

Besides building the state of the future, the Kingdom is keen on maintaining balance in its policies, promoting justice, and placing modernity at the heart of its development journey.

Moreover, the Saudi leadership has launched various projects that would broaden horizons of development for the Kingdom.

King Salman, since assuming the reins of power in his country as the seventh king of the modern Saudi state, drew the features of his reign with remarkable decisions and orders that lay the map of crossing into the future while preserving previous gains made by his predecessors.

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Kuwaiti Emir Calls on Citizens to Adhere to Democratic Approach, Constitutional References

Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)
Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)
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Kuwaiti Emir Calls on Citizens to Adhere to Democratic Approach, Constitutional References

Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)
Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)

Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah called on Kuwaiti citizens to adhere to the democratic approach and the constitutional references.

"National identity is at the top of our priorities. It belongs to every genuine Kuwaiti keen on his country's progress and the elevation of its status," KUNA quoted the Emir in an address to the nation on the occasion of the last 10 days of Ramadan.

During the speech, the Emir lauded the reactions of the “loyal and faithful” people of Kuwait towards the reform decisions that the government took lately.

"I would like to say that the advocates of division and the instigators of sedition are trying to confuse matters, spread rumors, and distort statements, to divide the ranks and cause discontent," he said.

The Emir emphasized the keenness to balance between firmness in everything that affects national unity and achieving justice in citizenship issues, and that dealing with them is by the law, far from political outbidding and pressures.

"I affirm commitment to reforming, strengthening stability, and upholding the country's supreme interests, continuing to combat corruption and confronting anyone who attempts to tamper with the nation's security and stability," the Emir added.

He also stressed that he follows with great interest the work of the state's agencies, as he directs, monitors, and directs the government to expedite the implementation of all state development projects, especially health, education and housing.

"I am certain, with a reassured soul, an optimistic spirit and great confidence in the authentic Kuwaiti people's ability to overcome challenges," said the Emir.

On the other hand, he affirmed that Kuwait will maintain its diplomatic approach with friendly countries and their common causes, with its firm stances that uphold justice and stand against injustice. The Palestinian cause will remain at the top of its foreign policy priorities, and Kuwait will maintain its principled position in support of the brotherly Palestinian people's right to achieve all their legitimate rights, the Emir added.

He also went on warning of the upcoming challenges, stressing the importance of realizing the magnitude of the responsibility, which requires everyone to adhere to national unity to preserve the security and stability of the homeland.