Saudi Arabia's King, Salman bin Abdulaziz. Photo: SPAShow caption: Saudi Arabia's King, Salman bin Abdulaziz. Photo: SPAEnergy Minister will also be in charge of the government procurement authorityThe NationalAugust 13, 2026
Saudi Arabia's King Salman reconstituted the Cabinet under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, fulfilling a legal requirement after a term of no more than four years.
Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, the Energy Minister, was appointed chairman of the Local Content and Government Procurement Authority board.
Mazen bin Turki Al Sudairi was appointed chairman of the Capital Market Authority, succeeding Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Kuwaiz, with the rank of minister.
Crown Prince Mohammed has overseen significant social reforms, including allowing women to drive and expanding their participation in the workforce.
