Mohammed Ben Salman

Mohammed Ben Salman

politician Saudi Arabia

Mohammed Ben Salman, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, is a key figure in the kingdom's vision to transform its economy and society, particularly through investments in technology and entertainment. He has made significant efforts to position Saudi Arabia as a global hub for esports, aiming to attract international gaming events and cultivate local talent. His ambition includes a substantial $38 billion investment plan in the gaming sector, with the goal of elevating Saudi Arabia's status in the global gaming landscape by 2030. His leadership has led to the kingdom hosting major sporting events, including the upcoming Esports World Cup and the newly announced Olympic esports games.

Born on Aug 31, 1985 (39 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
189,599
Power
4,466$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
France 3 8.00 0.15% +10% 65,273,511 106,319 $2,700,000 4,398$
Burkina Faso 1 8.00 0.40% +0% 20,903,273 83,280 $17,000 68$
Totals 4 86,176,784 189,599 $2,717,000 4,466$
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Recent Mentions

France France: He convened leaders from Gulf countries, Egypt, and Jordan to formulate a counter-proposal to Donald Trump's plan regarding Gaza. 7

Le Monde: Les pays arabes ébauchent un plan de reconstruction de Gaza

France France: Mohammed Ben Salman, known as 'MBS', is leveraging his good relations with Moscow to support Donald Trump's ambitions. 8

Le Monde: L’Arabie saoudite, plaque tournante de la diplomatie de Donald Trump au Moyen-Orient

Burkina Faso Burkina Faso: Mohammed ben Salman is hosting talks between Russia and the United States in Riyad. 8

Sidwaya – main daily newspaper of Burkina Faso (French): Guerre en Ukraine : Pourparlers à Riyad entre la Russie et les États-Unis

France France: Mohammed Ben Salman has expressed his desire to make Saudi Arabia a global hub for video games by 2030. 9

Le Monde: Les premiers Jeux olympiques de l’e-sport reportés à 2027