In this double issue, we follow the king’s convalescence in New York and his return to Riyadh in late February, and discuss not only his fluctuating health but also his very personal interest in events that have been shaking the Middle East and North Africa. We also examine the evolution of the crown prince’s physical and mental condition and implications for the succession, Khaled b. Sultan’s activity at the Ministry of Defence notably in the field of procurement, the uptick in Mohamed b. Fahd’s activity as he celebrates his 25th anniversary as governor of the Eastern Province, and Khaled al-Faysal’s troubles with recurrent flooding in Jeddah.
In addition to this extended analysis (4,355 words), this double issue comprises an Executive Summary (538 words) and a Saudi Royal Court Gazette (10,026 words) in which we record the reported activity, during the month, of 25 princes. Total number of words for this issue: 14,919.
