New Saudi Energy Minister

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has appointed his son Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman as the new Energy Minister, replacing Khalid al-Falih.

Prince Salman has been the Saudi Minister of State for Energy Affairs since 2017, having previously worked in the roles of Assistant Oil Minister and Deputy Oil Minister. It is the first time a member of the ruling Al Saud family has held the post of Energy Minister.