King Salman approves renaming of National Defense University

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has approved renaming the National Defense University as King Salman National Defense University.

On this occasion, Minister of Defense Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz expressed his gratitude to King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, praising the leadership’s commitment to advancing the education sector.

The defense minister said naming the university after King Salman reflects the leadership’s ongoing support for developing people and preparing leaders, which he described as essential to safeguarding national security and strengthening the country’s achievements.

Khalid bin Salman added that the new name will motivate the university to further enhance its educational and research programs and support decision-making in defense and national security, in line with the Ministry of Defense development goals set by the Crown Prince.