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King Abdullah

Dedicated to the service of the people
FOR nearly six decades, the new King of Saudi Arabia Abdullah Bin Abdul Aziz has been closely involved in the profound changes that have taken place in Saudi Arabia, working with five Kings as they successfully brought about far-reaching socio-economic development while preserving and strengthening Ihe foundations of Saudi society-commitment to Islam and Arab heritage. Under Ihe guidance of his elder brother the Custodian of Ihe Two Holy Mosques late King Fahad Bin Abdul Aziz, who appointed him Crown Prince and Deputy Prime Minister In 1982. The then Crown Prince now King Abdullah has assisted in the Implementation of the country's series of development plans and in former King Fahad's efforts to ensure the nation's peace and prosperity as well as serving Islam and Ihe Muslim community.
Bom in Riyadh In 1924, King Abdullah received his eariy education at the Royal court Growing up around his legendary father, King Abdul Aziz Bln Abdul Rahman AJ-Saud, who was at that time Involved In the successful effort to unity the tribes of the Arabian Peninsula into the modem Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. King Abdullah demonstrated an abiding commitment to Islam and a keen interest in Arab history, culture and traditions. Like King Abdul Aziz's other sons, ho was tutored by scholars In Islam and Arab history and underwent the rigorous training that King Abdul Aziz demanded of all of them. To develop the physical and mental strength of his sons. King Abdul Aziz is quoted as saying: *1 Irain my own children to walk barefoot, to rise two hours before dawn, to eat but little, to ride horses bare-back* and to study the Holy Quran, the Sunnah (teachings and sayings of the prophet Muhammad) and Arab history. As they came of age, the then Crown Prince and his brothers spent much time in their father's daily majlis, meetings where any citizen could approach the King and discuss a grievance or concern. In this way, they learned the intricacies of statesmanship and the art of communication with people.
To develop a strong bond with the people, a deep resped for their heritage and understanding of their aspirations, King Abdul Aziz desired that his. sons spend.time with the bedouins In Ihe desert. The years the then Crown Prince Abdullah spent living with the tabes instilled in him a respect for their values, simplicity, generosity and bravery and strengthened Mis desire to serve the people.
King Abdullah's close association with the affairs of government and Ihe people continued after King Abdul Aziz passed away. He acted as advisor toKingSaudBlnAbdulAziz and later to King Faisal Bln Abdul Aziz and was deeply involved In the internal affairs of Ihe Kingdom.
In 1962 the then Crown Prince Abdullah was appointed to command the Saudi National Guard, which was formed from the descendants of bedouins who were King Abdul Aziz's followers during the years he
was working to establish Iha modem Kingdom.
The then Crown Abdullah worked tirelessly to modernize the National Guard and make It a potent force committed to tho preservation of the Kingdom’s peace and security. Ha supervised the establishment of military and technical schools with a view to modernising Ihe force, as well as Ihe establishment of hospitals, clinics and housing facilities for guard members and their families.
On Ihe succession of King Khalid Bin Abdul Aziz, the then Crown Prince Abdullah was appointed to the prestigious position of Second Deputy Prime Minister, while retaining his command of the National Guard. In 1982 former King Fahd appointed him Deputy Prime Minister and Crown Princq. With his appointment to Ihe position of Crown Prince and Deputy Prime Minister, ihe then Crown Prince Abdullah Intensified his Involvement In the ongoing national development program, as well as with the Kingdom's foreign relations. At the side of lata King Fahad the then Crown Prince Abdullah because Intimately involved in major foreign policy issues, such as Saudi Arabia's relations with Arab, Islamic and other countries, its efforts to resolve crises, including tho civil war In Lebanon, Uie factional fighting in Afghanistan, the situation In Bosnia-Herzegovina and the Middle East peace process.
As late King Fahad's emissary, the then Crown Prince Abdullah has represented the Kingdom at various International confer-
ence, including summit meetings of member states of tho League of Arab States; the Organisation of Ihe Islamic Conference (OIC) tho Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM). Ha has mot with world loaders in Saudi-Arabia and conducted state visits to other countries, including the United States.
While performing all these duties, the then Crown Prince now King Abdullah has steadfastly supported efforts to preserve Saudi Arabia's rich heritage. As chairman of the organising commllteo for the Jenadriryah National Culture and Heritage festival, he has overseen toe two-week festival held annually since 1385 topromote a greater respect for and a deeper understanding of Saudi Arabia's rich past, Its dynamic presonland its promising future..
Throughout his life, King Abdullah has retained a love of the desert, which is reflected in his patronage for equestrian clubs, the Camel Race and other activities associated with tho bedouins. He also has developed a passion for knowledge and reading. He has established two libraries, the King Abdul Aziz library In Riyadh and one in Casablanca, Morocco.
Alter decades of public service in positions of importance, Ihe new King Abdullah Is today recognised not only in Saudi Arabia, but also in the Arab and Islamic worids, as a leader dedicated to ensuring his country's continued future dovelopmentwhile preserving past achievements.