Ministers, senior officials, chieftains of tribes, sheikhs, rectors of universities, heads of public and private corporations, dignitaries and a great number of citizens across the Kingdom congratulated King Abdullah, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, on the 7th anniversary of his ascension to the throne and the Saudi people pledging allegiance and loyalty to him. In statements to Saudi Press Agency and addresses on the occasion which fell on May 17, the officials praised the King's prosperous era which has been characterized by the vast amount of gigantic economic, social, and educational projects. They said his expertise and skills in leadership has strengthened the role of the Kingdom at regional, global, political, economic, and commercial levels.