Third Anniversary of King's ascendancy on Monday
The third anniversary for the ascendance of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz falls on Monday (June 30, 2008).
In the past three years, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia witnessed numerous development achievements in various domains including the sectors of economy, education, health, transport, industry, electricity, water and agriculture.
Under the leadership of King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz, the Kingdom has been playing an important role at the regional and international arenas.
King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz has been extending great attention to pilgrims, and he is always keen on enabling them to perform Hajj rituals in comfort and ease.
At the political arena, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been adhering to the policy formulated ever since the era of the Late King Abdulaziz, which is based on moderation, wisdom and farsightedness.
At the foreign arena, the Kingdom has been working for the service of Islam and Muslims and supporting their causes.
At the economic domain, the Kingdom has been developing the infrastructure projects. An amount of SR 165 billion was allocated in the budget of this fiscal year for spending on the new and existing projects. These projects will positively contribute to raising the growth rate and making job opportunities available.