How Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia became internationally recognized and what it means for our country
Introduction: A Story of Global Recognition
Imagine if you were honored by more than 8 different countries. That’s exactly what happened to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. From 2013 to 2024, world leaders have been giving him their highest awards. But why? And what does this mean for Saudi Arabia?
Let’s find out.
Chapter 1: The Beginning – Early Recognition (2013-2015)
The First Award (2013) It all started when Forbes Middle East noticed something special about Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. They gave him the “Leadership Personality of the Year” award for helping young business owners.
Going Global (2015) Two years later, Foreign Policy magazine – one of America’s most important publications – put him on their list of the “Top 100 Global Thinkers.” This was when the world started paying attention to Saudi Arabia young leader.
Fun Fact: He was chosen among leaders from all over the world, including presidents and prime ministers.
Chapter 2: The Award Wave Begins (2018)
This was the year everything changed. Two countries decided to honor Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman:
Bahrain Says “Thank You”
The King of Bahrain gave him the “Order of Sheikh Isa Bin Salman Al Khalifa.” This special award was Bahrain’s way of saying “thank you” for making their friendship with Saudi Arabia stronger.
Tunisia Shows Respect
The President of Tunisia gave him the highest award of the country – the “Order of the Republic.” This showed that even countries far from Saudi Arabia respected our Crown Prince.
What This Meant: Other countries started seeing Saudi Arabia as an important partner.
Chapter 3: The Golden Year (2021)
2021 was amazing! Three Gulf countries gave awards to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman:
Oman’s Special Honor
Sultan Haitham bin Tariq gave him the “Oman Civil Order” – first class. Here’s why this is special:
- Only kings and prime ministers get this award
- It’s one of Oman’s most important medals
- It shows Oman sees our Crown Prince as equal to world leaders
UAE’s Friendship Award
The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi gave him the “First Class Order of Zayed.” This award is named after the UAE’s founding father, showing deep respect.
Kuwait’s Double Recognition
Kuwait was so impressed, they gave TWO awards:
- Order of Kuwait
- Order of Mubarak the Great
Why 2021 Was Special: Gulf countries were showing the world that they trust Saudi Arabia’s leadership.
Chapter 4: Beyond the Gulf (2019-2022)
Pakistan’s Highest Honor (2019)
Pakistan’s President gave Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman their highest civilian award. Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have been friends for decades, and this award made it official.
Jordan’s Royal Recognition (2022)
King Abdullah II of Jordan honored our Crown Prince with the “Order of Hussein bin Ali” – Jordan’s highest civilian honor. This showed that even royal families respect Saudi leadership.
Thailand’s Academic Honor (2022)
Kasetsart University in Thailand gave Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman an honorary doctorate. This wasn’t just any award – it recognized his work in protecting the environment and sustainable development.
The Pattern: Countries from different continents were all recognizing Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince.
Chapter 5: The Arab World Speaks (2024)
The Ultimate Arab Recognition
The Arab Parliament Speaker gave Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman the “Leader Medal.” This wasn’t from one country – this was from ALL Arab countries saying “thank you” for:
- Defending Arab causes
- Promoting Arab unity
- Leading the Arab world
Why This Matters: When all Arab countries agree on something, it’s really special.
Chapter 6: Media Giants Take Notice
The world’s biggest magazines couldn’t ignore what was happening:
Time Magazine (2017) Readers from around the world voted Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman as “Person of the Year.” Millions of people participated in this vote.
Forbes Magazine (2017) They put him on their “Global Game Changers” list – people who are changing the world.
The Message: Even regular people around the world were noticing Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince.
What Does This Mean for You as a Saudi Citizen
Your Daily Life Benefits
More Jobs Coming to Saudi Arabia When other countries trust Saudi leadership, international companies want to invest here. This means:
- New jobs in technology
- More opportunities in tourism
- Growth in entertainment industry
Better Education Opportunities Universities around the world want to work with Saudi Arabia:
- Student exchange programs
- Scholarships abroad
- International universities opening in Saudi Arabia
Stronger Economy Foreign investment makes Saudi Arabia richer:
- Better public services
- More development projects
- Higher living standards
Country Image
Respect Around the World When you travel with a Saudi passport, people know your country is:
- Well-managed
- Trustworthy
- Important in world affairs
Cultural Pride You can be proud that your country’s leader is respected globally:
- Saudi culture gets international attention
- Arabic language becomes more important
- Islamic values are better understood worldwide
The Vision 2030 Connection
These international awards are not just nice to have – they directly help Saudi Arabia achieve Vision 2030:
NEOM and Mega Projects
International respect means:
- Foreign companies want to participate
- Technology transfer becomes easier
- Funding is more available
Tourism Growth
When world leaders respect Saudi Arabia:
- More tourists want to visit
- International events come to Saudi Arabia
- The country becomes a global destination
Economic Diversification
Trust from other countries helps:
- Reduce dependence on oil
- Develop new industries
- Create a modern economy
Real Examples You Can See
Sports Events Saudi Arabia now hosts major international sports events because of this respect.
Entertainment World-famous artists and shows come to Saudi Arabia.
Business Major international companies are opening offices in Riyadh and Jeddah.
Education International universities are establishing campuses in Saudi Arabia.
Conclusion: Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman international recognition is really about Saudi Arabia success. These awards show that:
- Your country is respected worldwide
- Your leader is trusted by other nations
- Your future is bright with opportunities
- Your voice matters in world affairs
As a Saudi citizen, you are part of a country that the whole world is watching with admiration. These awards are not just for the Crown Prince – they represent the potential and promise of every Saudi citizen.
The next time you see news about another international award or recognition, remember: this is your country being honored, and these honors translate into real benefits for your life, your family, and your future.
Share this article with your family and friends so they can understand why these international awards matter for our country’s future.
✅ WhatsApp Channel
☑️ Telegram Channel
