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Modern Monarchy Country: Saudi Arabia - Coggle Diagram
Modern Monarchy Country: Saudi Arabia
① Constitutional Status of the Monarch
Saudi Arabia is an absolute monarchy country.
This means the king has total control. There is no constitution or parliament that limits his power.
Currently, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) is the real ruler and makes all major decisions.
Reference: Britannica Editors. (2026, February 15). Mohammed bin Salman | Biography, Saudi Arabia, Father, & Mother. Encyclopedia Britannica.
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Mohammed-bin-Salman
Mohammed bin Salman (born August 31, 1985) is the real ruler of Saudi Arabia. He is known for his tough foreign policy, big plans for the economy, and changes to society that some people love and some people hate.
② One Recent Public Activity
Activity: In February 2026, Crown Prince MBS met with a top US Senator in Riyadh .
Reference: Furness, H. (2026, February 10). Why Prince William’s relationship with Saudi Crown Prince must be more than symbolic. The Telegraph.
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2026/02/09/prince-wales-william-saudi-arabia-crown-prince-audience-mbs/?
Symbolic/representative Meaning: This shows that MBS is a powerful world leader. Other countries must deal with him because Saudi Arabia is rich and influential.
③ A Major Viewpoint (For or Against)
Viewpoint from supporters: Many young Saudis support him. They like the new social freedoms, like women being allowed to drive and more concerts and cinemas. They see him as a modernizer.
Viewpoint from critics: Human rights groups criticize him. They say the government crushes any opposition. People cannot speak freely or criticize the leaders without being punished.
Reference: Steinberg, Guido. “A Fourth Saudi State.” Stiftung Wissenschaft Und Politik (SWP), www.swp-berlin.org/en/publication/a-fourth-saudi-state.
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