Saudi Arabia \ Army and Armed Forces \ National Security Council
General Description
The National Security Council (also known as the High Defense Council) has formal responsibility for setting defense policy.
Constitutional Framework
Its members include, in addition to the king and the minister of defense and aviation, the ministers of interior, foreign affairs, finance and national economy, and the chief of staff of the armed forces.
Power Limitation
Ultimate decisions about security rest solely with the king, assisted by such advisers as he chooses to consult.
(last updated: 13-November-2002)
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