Saudi royal family news

Here are some recent news updates about the Saudi royal family:

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Reforms

• In October 2020, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) announced a series of reforms aimed at diversifying the Saudi economy and reducing its dependence on oil exports. The reforms include increasing the role of women in the workforce, investing in renewable energy, and developing the country's tourism industry.
• In November 2020, MBS launched the "Vision 2030" initiative, which aims to transform Saudi Arabia into a more modern and diversified economy by 2030.

Succession Crisis

• In August 2020, there were reports of a succession crisis within the Saudi royal family, with some members allegedly plotting against Crown Prince MBS. The crisis was reportedly sparked by MBS's decision to consolidate power and eliminate potential rivals.
• In October 2020, Saudi Arabia's King Salman issued a royal decree appointing his son, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, as the new head of the royal court. The move was seen as a sign of MBS's efforts to consolidate power and eliminate potential rivals.

Human Rights Concerns

• In October 2020, Human Rights Watch (HRW) accused Saudi Arabia of committing "serious human rights abuses" under MBS's rule, including the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and the detention of women's rights activists.
• In November 2020, the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) passed a resolution calling for an end to human rights abuses in Saudi Arabia. The resolution was backed by 24 countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada.

Economic Challenges

• In October 2020, Saudi Arabia's economy was hit by a sharp decline in oil prices, which led to a significant decline in the country's foreign exchange reserves.
• In November 2020, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned that Saudi Arabia's economy was facing significant challenges, including a high budget deficit and a large public debt.

Other News

• In October 2020, Saudi Arabia's King Salman issued a royal decree appointing his son, Prince Khalid bin Salman, as the new Deputy Defense Minister. The move was seen as a sign of MBS's efforts to consolidate power and eliminate potential rivals.
• In November 2020, Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince MBS met with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in Riyadh, where they discussed regional security issues and the Iran nuclear deal.

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