Inside the Saudi Defense Strategic Studies and Research Center led by Maj.-Gen. Fahd Al-Otaibi

The Center’s CEO Major General (Maj.-Gen.) Fahd Al-Otaibi is responsible for overseeing its day-to-day operations.

The following In-depth report explores the Center’s structure, leadership, mission, and strategic impact. Unlock the report for detailed insights on:

• Why the DSSRC was created and how it fits into Saudi Arabia’s defense transformation
• The Center’s products and outputs
• The leadership vision of Maj.-Gen. Al-Otaibi and his institutional influence
• The Center’s expanding network of domestic and international partners
• Key programs in AI, cyber defense, wargaming, and regional security analysis

The report concludes with analytical reflections on the DSSRC’s future trajectory and the challenges it must overcome to become a central pillar of Saudi defense strategy.