Source: Saudi Gazette
Strengthened second generation leadership by appointing Prince Muhammad Bin Naif as crown prince, deputy premier and minister of interior and Prince Muhammad Bin Salman as deputy crown prince, second deputy premier and minister of defense.
Infused new blood through Cabinet reshuffles.
Abolished 12 committees and councils and replaced them with the Council of Political and Security Affairs and the Council of Economic and Development Affairs.
Took a bold decision to help Yemen at the request of President Abdrabbu Mansour Hadi by leading Operation Decisive Storm and launching Operation Restoration of Hope.
Established the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center to unify relief activities outside the Kingdom and coordinate between all relevant governmental and non-governmental agencies inside.
Emphasized that the Gulf states must stand united and work together to fortify themselves against foreign threats at a time when the region is passing through tough times.
Solidarity with Syrians: Received nearly 2.5 million Syrians since the conflict erupted in Syria. Saudi Arabia has also provided more than $700 million in humanitarian aid to Syrians and set up clinics in various refugee camps. More than 100,000 Syrian students are receiving free education in the Kingdom.
A 34-nation Islamic Military Alliance was set up to fight all forms of terrorism. A joint operations center will be based in Riyadh to coordinate and support military operations.
Source: Saudi Gazette
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