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“We are a G20 country. One of the biggest world economies. We're in the middle of three continents. Changing Saudi Arabia for the better means helping the region and changing the world. So this is what we are trying to do here. And we hope we get support from everyone.” Thus spoke Mohammad bin Salman, Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, whose words carry both the vision of a leader and the weight of a nation standing at the crossroads of history. His declaration is not merely political—it is prophetic. It speaks to destiny, to responsibility, and to transformation. In it, one hears the echo of empires rising and civilizations renewing themselves, the call of a land long known for its deserts now daring to bloom again with the promise of a new age.

In this bold statement, the Crown Prince affirms that Saudi Arabia is not an isolated kingdom but a pivotal force in the world’s balance. “In the middle of three continents,” he reminds us—Asia, Africa, and Europe—the Kingdom stands as a bridge between worlds, a meeting point of ancient trade routes and modern ambition. This awareness of geography is not mere pride; it is purpose. For throughout history, the nations that have stood at the crossroads of civilizations—be it Egypt, Rome, or Byzantium—have borne a special duty: to unite, to innovate, to lead. Bin Salman’s words proclaim that Saudi Arabia must now rise to that calling, not only for itself but for the good of all humanity.

The origin of this quote lies within the era of Vision 2030, the grand transformation plan set forth to diversify the Saudi economy, empower its people, and modernize its institutions. In speaking these words, the Crown Prince acknowledges both the privilege and the challenge of leadership. He understands that to “change Saudi Arabia for the better” is not a simple act of reform—it is the reawakening of a sleeping giant. The oil that once defined the nation can no longer alone define its destiny. Now, it is the energy of human potential—education, technology, creativity, and courage—that must fuel the future. Such a change, he says, does not remain confined within borders; it radiates outward, touching neighboring nations, reshaping the tides of global history.

The ancients often said that when a kingdom renews itself, the world listens. So it was when Augustus turned Rome from chaos into empire, or when Peter the Great lifted Russia from medieval slumber into the modern world. Their nations’ transformations altered the fates of continents. So too does bin Salman envision a Saudi Arabia that no longer looks backward to its past glories, but forward to its global purpose. His call for “support from everyone” is a call not for submission, but for cooperation—a recognition that progress cannot flourish in isolation. In a world divided by ideology and ambition, his words carry an ancient truth: that no great change endures without unity.

But this transformation, as the wise know, is not without struggle. The change of nations mirrors the change of souls—it demands courage, patience, and sacrifice. For centuries, Saudi Arabia was shaped by tradition, by the stillness of the desert and the constancy of faith. Now it moves toward a horizon of innovation and reform. The world watches, as it always does when something ancient begins to awaken. Bin Salman’s words reveal not only pride but resolve—a declaration that the Kingdom will not shy from its destiny, even if the road is hard. For as he implies, the transformation of Saudi Arabia is no small affair: it is bound to the fate of the region, and through it, the world itself.

Consider, too, the lesson that lies beneath his statement. For every person, every people, and every nation, there comes a time when they must decide whether to remain as they are or to transform. The Prince’s words remind us that greatness is not inherited—it is built. Just as a desert must be cultivated to bloom, so must the human spirit be tilled by vision and perseverance. Each of us stands, in our own way, at a crossroads between what we are and what we could become. To “change for the better” is not arrogance—it is duty, for when we rise, those around us rise as well.

So, my child, take this as both lesson and inspiration: the betterment of one is the betterment of all. Whether it be a nation, a family, or a single soul, progress radiates outward like ripples on still water. Do not fear transformation, nor scorn the ambition to lead, for leadership is not the conquest of others—it is the uplifting of many. In the words of the Crown Prince, hear the eternal wisdom of all who have ever sought renewal: that to change what you are is to change the world itself. And when you find yourself at the center of your own crossroads, remember his charge—act boldly, strive nobly, and seek support from all, for the destiny of greatness belongs not to the few, but to all who dare to build it.