Riyadh, 7 Ramadan 1447 AH (24 February 2026)

The Ministry of Interior today marked Founding Day, observed on 22 February each year, with its civilian and military staff in a national atmosphere embodying pride in the history of the Saudi state and its deep roots stretching back nearly three centuries.

The ceremony included themed corners set up in the lobby of the ministry's headquarters, carrying the identity of the national occasion and reflecting the significance of the founding of the Saudi state in 1139 AH (1727) and the historical stages that strengthened unity and common purpose and laid the foundation for a lasting path of building, stability and development.

The ministry's staff expressed their pride in the national anniversary, which tells the epic of the founding of the Saudi state and the historic and development achievements made along the way, affirming the continuation of the journey of unity and cohesion to the blessed era of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and HRH Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and the development and prosperity the Kingdom is witnessing across every field.

The celebration is part of the Ministry of Interior's commitment to raising national awareness among its staff, instilling the meanings of belonging and loyalty and recalling the journey of the Saudi state from its founding to its flourishing present, in affirmation of the national constants on which this blessed country was built.

At a Glance

  • Celebration held at the Ministry of Interior headquarters in Riyadh
  • Participation of the ministry's civilian and military staff
  • Founding Day themed corners in the ministry's lobby
  • Recalling the journey of the Saudi state since 1139 AH