Biography of World Figures: Salman bin Abdulaziz, Seventh King of Saudi Arabia Salman bin Abdulaziz, born in Riyadh in 1935, is the seventh king of Saudi Arabia, serving since 2015 following the death of his half-brother, King Abdullah. He is the eldest son of King Abdulaziz, the founder of modern Saudi Arabia. Salman is known for his conservative and traditional approach to governance. Salman had a long career in various government positions before he became king. He served as governor of Riyadh, minister of defense, and then as crown prince under his half-brother King Abdullah. During his time as defense minister, he was instrumental in modernizing the Saudi Arabian Armed Forces. Since becoming king, Salman has continued to prioritize the country's stability and security, emphasizing the importance of the alliance with the United States. He has also introduced economic and social reforms, such as the Vision 2030 plan to reduce the country's dependence on oil, and
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