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The Prince of Eastern Province
The Prince of Eastern Province, Prince Saud bin Naif, his biography, qualifications, and key positions.
Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
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His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has held several prominent positions, including serving as Deputy Governor of the Eastern Province, Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to the Kingdom of Spain, Advisor to the Second Deputy Prime Minister and Assistant Minister of Interior for General Affairs, and later as Chief of the Crown Prince’s Court.
Academic Qualification
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Science from the University of Portland, Oregon, USA, 1978. He received his general education at the Capital Model Institute in Riyadh.
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Date of Birth
20/07/1956
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Place of Birth
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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Marital Status
His Royal Highness is married, with five children.
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Languages
Arabic and English.
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Hobbies
His interests include reading in various intellectual and cultural fields and making sure to follow the latest scientific and literary publications. His Highness also pays special attention to sports activities in support of a healthy lifestyle and in belief in the role of sports in promoting physical fitness and building a balanced personality.
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Other Tasks Undertaken
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Chairman of the Eastern Province Council.
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Chairman of the Urban Observatory Council in the Dammam Metropolitan Area.
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Member of the Pledge Commission
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Honorary President of the Patients' Friends Committee
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Member of the Board of Trustees at the Arab Thought Foundation
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Orders Received
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Merit Medal from the Government of the Philippines (Knight Class)
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The Order of Isabella from His Majesty King Juan Carlos, King of Spain
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Seminars and conferences
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A Seminar on Economic and Investment Options in the Kingdom Organized by the European Forum in Madrid
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A Seminar on the Role of the Kingdom Regionally and Internationally, which Was Held at Complutense University in Madrid
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Participation in the Cultural Days Events of the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries in Spain
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It Was Named by One of the Founders of the Arab-Spanish House in Madrid in 2008, Which Is Headed by the Spanish Minister of Foreign Affairs, and This House Is Concerned with Strengthening the Bonds of Relations Between the Spanish Society and the Arab Com
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Representing the Kingdom at the Dialogue of Civilizations Forum Held in Madrid, Spain, in 2008 Under the Patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques
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Opening of the Arab Days at the European University in Madrid
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Dialogue with Professors and Students of the University of Deusto in the Province of (Bilbao) About the Kingdom's Role in the International Community
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The Opening of the Scientific Session Organized by Naif Arab University for Security Sciences in Madrid in Cooperation with the Spanish Ministry of Interior
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Attendance at the Meeting of the Kingdom's Ambassadors Accredited in European Countries, Which Was Held in the City of Brussels in 2009
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With the Support and Guidance of His Royal Highness, the Colors of the Kingdom Cultural Exhibition Was Held, Which Was Inaugurated Under the Patronage of King Juan Carlos of Spain in 2005.
Experience
2013
The Royal Decree appointing His Royal Highness the Prince as Prince of the Eastern Province was issued on 2 Rabi’ al-Awwal 1434 AH, corresponding to 13 January 2013 AD, and His Highness continues to hold his position to this day.
2011
The Royal Decree was issued appointing His Highness as a member of the Allegiance Council, and His Highness took the oath before the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques on 10 Muharram 1433 AH, corresponding to 5 December 2011.
2011
The Royal Decree was issued appointing His Highness as Advisor to His Highness the Second Deputy Prime Minister and Assistant Minister of Interior for Public Affairs with the rank of Minister, dated 2 Sha’ban 1432 AH, corresponding to 3 July 2011 AD.
2006
Dean of the Arab Diplomatic Corps in Spain
2003
The Royal Decree was issued promoting His Highness to the rank of Minister in March 2003 AD.
2003
The royal decree appointing His Highness as Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to Spain was issued on 13 Rajab 1424 AH.
2003
His Highness was appointed as a non-resident ambassador to the Principality of Andorra.
1992
Royal Decree issued appointing His Highness as Deputy Governor of the Eastern Province on 4 Dhu al-Qi'dah 1412 AH, corresponding to 6 May 1992 AD
1986
His Highness was appointed to the position of Deputy President General for Youth Welfare.