World leaders congratulate the leadership on the anniversary of Saudi Arabia's founding day
The wise leadership of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continues to receive congratulatory messages from kings, presidents, and leaders of brotherly and friendly nations on the occasion of the anniversary of Saudi National Day , which falls on February 22nd each year. These greetings reflect the high standing the Kingdom enjoys regionally and internationally, and are an appreciation of its deep-rooted historical and cultural heritage.
The historical roots of the founding day
The Kingdom's National Day is a deeply significant national occasion, commemorating the founding of the first Saudi state by Imam Muhammad bin Saud more than three centuries ago, specifically in 1727 CE (1139 AH). On that date, the journey to build a unified political entity began in Diriyah, successfully establishing the foundations of security, stability, and prosperity in the Arabian Peninsula, ending decades of fragmentation and division. This day represents a celebration of the Kingdom's historical depth and the cultural and civilizational heritage that connects current generations to their ancient roots.
Congratulations to our brothers in the State of Qatar
In the context of Gulf congratulations, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of the State of Qatar, sent a cable of congratulations to his brother, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, expressing his sincerest congratulations on this cherished national occasion. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques also received two similar cables from His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir of the State of Qatar, and His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, praying to God Almighty that this occasion may return to the Kingdom and its people with further progress and prosperity.
The Kingdom of Bahrain affirms the depth of fraternal relations
For his part, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, congratulated his brother, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, on the anniversary of the Kingdom's founding. In his message, His Majesty expressed his best wishes to King Salman for continued health and happiness, and to the brotherly Saudi people for continued progress and prosperity under the wise leadership. The King of Bahrain praised the Kingdom's comprehensive civilizational and developmental achievements, which have strengthened its global standing, and affirmed his pride in the strong fraternal relations that bind the two countries and their brotherly peoples, and the constant commitment to developing these relations in all fields.
His Majesty also sent a congratulatory cable to His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, conveying his sincere congratulations on this national occasion. Similarly, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, congratulated the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, emphasizing the strong historical ties that bind the two kingdoms.
Significance of the celebration and the Kingdom's status
The outpouring of congratulations from world leaders reflects the political and economic weight that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia enjoys today. The anniversary of its founding is not merely a review of history, but a reaffirmation of the nation's continuity and its capacity for renewal and growth. Today, the Kingdom connects its rich past with its prosperous present and its ambitious future, embodied in Vision 2030, spearheaded by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, which has positioned Saudi Arabia as a global model for development and progress while preserving its authentic national identity.
