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Saudi Arabia
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Riyadh
Head of State
King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
Head of Government
Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud
last updated:
6 January, 2025
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A panoramic view of the Saudi capital Riyadh. Photo: Shutterstock
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