Back to photostream

Saudi 78th National Day

Modern nation, rich in history, deep in faith

 

On this day in 1930, King Abdulaziz announced the unification of the country under the name of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

 

During the era of King Abdullah, the Kingdom witnessed several development achievements, with the current general budget allocated large sums of money to realize development of the human workforce which constitutes the basic pillar of the comprehensive development.

King Abdullah announced the establishment of several economic cities like King Abdullah economic city in Rabigh, and Prince Abdulaziz bin Musaed economic city in Hail area.

 

Within two years, the number of universities in the country jumped from 8 to about 20.

King Abdullah has been giving big attention to the stability and security of the country.

The system of the allegiance was one of the most important developments during King Abdullah's era. He did his best to develop the educational system and the judicial system.

King Abdulaziz center for national dialogue has started to play its role in spreading the culture of dialogue.

King Abdullah is keen on extending support to brothers and friends who may face natural disasters.

Realizing the importance of awakening the Muslim nation, he called for convening an extraordinary summit in Makkah in December, 2005, and worked for solving the problems of the poor countries.

King Abdullah called for a unified Muslim nation and a comprehensive development that eradicates poverty.

He called for moderation which embodies the tolerance of Islam.

Realizing the importance of the Two Holy Mosques, the Kingdom spent more than SR 70 billion in the last years for implementing expansion projects at the two holy cities.

At the political domain, the Kingdom proceeded ahead on the path of its founder King Abdulaziz, and adopted the policy of moderation, wisdom and farsightedness taking into account the circumstances of the international community and the international relations.

 

8,595 views
14 faves
24 comments
Uploaded on September 23, 2008
Taken on August 20, 2008