King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud is the current king of Saudi Arabia, having ascended to the throne on January 23, 2015. Born on December 31, 1935, he is the son of King Abdulaziz, the founder of modern Saudi Arabia. Before becoming king, Salman served as the governor of Riyadh for over 50 years, where he played a significant role in the city's development. As king, Salman has focused on economic diversification and modernization through initiatives like Vision 2030, which aims to reduce the country's dependence on oil. He has also been involved in regional politics, addressing issues such as security and stability in the Middle East.