Muhammad bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
Muhammad bin Abdulaziz Al Saud was the crown prince of Saudi Arabia from 1964 to 1965 and the nominal governor of Al Madinah Province from 1925 to 1954. He resigned as crown prince in order to pave the way for his brother Khalid bin Abdulaziz to become the heir apparent. Prince Muhammad was one of the wealthiest and most powerful members of the House of Saud. His advice was sought and deferred to in all matters by his brothers.
Muhammad bin Abdulaziz Al Saud with his paternal cousin, Mohammed bin Saud Al Kabir
Prince Muhammad's father, Abdulaziz (seated), and older brothers Faisal (left) and Saud, who all served as king of Saudi Arabia
King Khalid bin Abdulaziz, Muhammad's younger brother
Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia
The crown prince of Saudi Arabia is the second-most important position in Saudi Arabia, second to the King, and is his designated successor. Currently, the Crown Prince assumes power with the approval of the Allegiance Council after he is nominated by the King. This system was introduced to the country during the reign of King Abdullah. In the absence of the King, an order is issued to have the Crown Prince manage the affairs of the state until the King's return.
Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia
Image: Saud of Saudi Arabia
Image: King Faisal bin Abdulaziz
Image: King Khalid bin Abdulaziz