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The Saudi Press Agency circulated a message from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on the occasion of Founding Day in which he recalled the establishment of the Saudi state by his forefathers. The King stressed that the nation was built on the word of monotheism, the pursuit of justice and the unification of people under one banner. By the grace of God these tenets achieved security and prosperity for the Kingdom, he added in the statement that was also posted on X. King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received congratulatory cables from Gulf, Arab and Muslim leaders who praised the country’s global standing and its contributions to regional peace.
King Salman said, “On this glorious day, we remember the founding of our blessed state, established by our forefathers on the word of monotheism, the pursuit of justice and the unification of people under one banner; which, by the grace of God, achieved security and prosperity.” The statement was released as the Kingdom observed Founding Day with cultural, national and entertainment activities that drew citizens, residents and tourists. Leaders who sent messages underlined their interest in deepening cooperation with Saudi Arabia across all fields to advance shared goals.
Founding Day marks the establishment of the first Saudi state in 1727 by Imam Muhammad bin Saud in Diriyah, an event that set the foundations for later unification efforts. Historical accounts place the pivotal 1744 alliance between Muhammad bin Saud and Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab as the moment that embedded Islamic principles of faith and justice into the state’s governance structure. This partnership enabled the spread of these values across the Arabian Peninsula and shaped the trajectory of subsequent Saudi realms.
The Basic Law of Governance promulgated in 1992 by the late King Fahd declares the Holy Quran and the Sunnah of the Prophet as the constitution of Saudi Arabia. That law requires the state to protect the Islamic creed, command good and forbid wrong while ensuring rule in accordance with Sharia. These provisions directly reflect the founding emphasis on justice and monotheism that King Salman reiterated in his latest message.
Asharq Al-Awsat reported that the celebrations on Sunday highlighted the country’s heritage and the progress achieved under its enduring principles. The newspaper noted that congratulatory messages from regional leaders also affirmed Saudi Arabia’s role in bolstering security and stability. Such annual observances continue to reinforce the historical narrative that has guided national policy for three centuries.
Saudi media outlets including Al Riyadh have compiled previous statements by King Salman that similarly tie the state’s stability and advancement to strict adherence to these foundational values. The latest message aligns with that pattern by focusing on the legacy of unity and justice as drivers of the Kingdom’s current standing. Official records show that the principles have remained consistent through successive reigns since the era of the first Saudi state.
