Saudi Arabia has appointed Prince Mohammed bin Nayef as interior minister, marking a significant move towards a new generation of leaders from the kingdom’s ruling family.
Prince Mohammed, a son of the late veteran interior minister Prince Nayef, who died in June, is best known as Saudi Arabia’s long-time security chief, and has garnered the praise of Western countries for his role in the campaign against al Qaeda.
He replaces his uncle, Prince Ahmed, who was only appointed as Interior Minister in June.
“Prince Ahmed is relieved of his position as Interior Minister at his own request and Prince Mohammed bin Nayef is appointed,” said a royal decree carried on state media.
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