The Al Saud Family
The founding dynasty of Saudi Arabia, established by King Abdulaziz who unified the Arabian Peninsula through decades of conquest. The family presides over the world's largest oil reserves and Islam's two holiest cities.
Founder and King of Saudi Arabia · b. 1875–1953
Founded the modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1932 by unifying rival tribes and territories across the Arabian Peninsula. He established the oil partnership with the US that transformed the nation.
Notable Works
- Founded the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (1932)
- Unified the Arabian Peninsula through decades of campaigns
- Signed the oil concession with ARAMCO (1933)
- Established Saudi Arabia as a regional power
King of Saudi Arabia · b. 1935
King of Saudi Arabia since 2015 and Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques. Previously governed Riyadh Province for nearly five decades, overseei…
Notable Works
- King of Saudi Arabia since 2015
- Governor of Riyadh for nearly 50 years
- Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques
Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia · b. 1985
Crown Prince and de facto ruler of Saudi Arabia since 2017. Architect of Vision 2030, a sweeping plan to diversify the Saudi economy, and a…
Notable Works
- Architect of Saudi Vision 2030 economic reform plan
- Opened Saudi Arabia to tourism and entertainment
- Led NEOM mega-city project
King of Saudi Arabia · b. 1906–1975
One of the most influential Saudi kings, he modernized the country, introduced television and girls' education, and led the 1973 oil embargo…
Notable Works
- Modernized Saudi Arabia's education and infrastructure
- Led the 1973 oil embargo against the West
- Introduced television and girls' education to Saudi Arabia