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How powerful is Mohammed bin Salman compared to other Gulf royals?

Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince, has consolidated immense power, becoming the de facto ruler. His influence, amplified by the vast Public Investment Fund, extends regionally and globally. While a key peer, UAE's Mohammed bin Zayed, presents a rivalry, MBS's control over Saudi Arabia's economic and political levers makes him the Gulf's most dominant royal.

20 Jan 2026 5:02 pm