Mohammed bin Salman's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Mohammed bin Salman.

Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud (MbS) is the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, effectively the de facto ruler. As the heir apparent and son of King Salman, he is positioned to become the next King. His leadership is characterized by significant social and economic reforms under the Vision 2030 plan, alongside a more assertive foreign policy. He has been lauded for modernizing aspects of Saudi society while also facing criticism regarding his human rights record and involvement in events such as the Yemen war and the Khashoggi killing.

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February 2017: Appointment of First Woman to Head Saudi Stock Exchange

In February 2017, Saudi Arabia appointed its first woman to head the Saudi Stock Exchange, marking a milestone in the country's efforts towards gender equality in leadership roles.

September 2017: Lifting the Ban on Female Drivers

In September 2017, Mohammed bin Salman implemented the women to drive movement's multi-decade demand to lift the ban on female drivers in Saudi Arabia, marking a significant reform.

2017: Mohammed bin Salman invited to White House and defends Trump administration's travel ban

In 2017, Mohammed bin Salman, then deputy crown prince, was invited to the White House and defended the Trump administration's travel ban for nationals of 7 Muslim-majority countries. He stated that "Saudi Arabia does not believe that this measure is targeting Muslim countries or the religion of Islam".

February 2018: Legal Right for Women to Open Businesses

In February 2018, it became legally possible for Saudi women to open their own businesses without needing a male's permission, marking another step towards women's empowerment.

March 2018: Saudi Arabia and UAE Donation to the United Nations

On 28 March 2018, Saudi Arabia, along with its coalition partner the UAE, donated US$930 million to the United Nations to help alleviate the suffering of millions of vulnerable people across Yemen.

March 2018: Mothers Authorized to Retain Custody of Children After Divorce

According to the Saudi Information Ministry, as of March 2018, mothers in Saudi Arabia became authorised to retain immediate custody of their children after divorce without having to file any lawsuits.

2018: Ranked Among World's Most Powerful People

In 2018, Mohammed was ranked by Forbes as the eighth most powerful person in the world, with a personal wealth of at least $25 billion.

January 2021: Resolution of Qatar diplomatic crisis

On 4 January 2021, Qatar and Saudi Arabia agreed to a resolution of the crisis brokered by Kuwait and the United States, which stated that Saudi Arabia will reopen its border with Qatar and begin the process for reconciliation. An agreement and final communiqué signed on 5 January 2021 following a GCC summit at Al-'Ula marks the resolution of the crisis.

March 2023: Saudi Arabia and Iran Agree to Restore Diplomatic Ties

On 10 March 2023, Saudi Arabia and Iran agreed to restore diplomatic ties cut in 2016 after a deal brokered between the two countries by China following secret talks in Beijing.

May 2023: Diplomatic Ties Restored Between Canada and Saudi Arabia

On 24 May 2023, diplomatic ties between Canada and Saudi Arabia were restored.

May 2025: Donald Trump Visits Saudi Arabia and Signs Strategic Economic Partnership Agreement

From 13 to 16 May 2025, Donald Trump visited Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates and signed a "strategic economic partnership" agreement with Mohammed. The visit elevated Mohammed's standing within the Saudi government.