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1 Big Changes 9 Reading * Before Reading رابط الدرس الرقمي www.ien.edu.sa Think about Saudi Arabia's progress and growth since its foundation in 1932 until now. • What are the most significant advances or changes? • How do you think these will develop or progress in the future? رؤية VISION 2030 المملكة العربية السعودية KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA Progress towards the future All successful changes start with a vision. Successful visions are based on strong pillars. The first pillar of our vision is our status as the heart of the Arab and Islamic worlds. We recognize that Allah the Almighty has given to our country, a gift more precious than oil. Saudi Arabia is the Land of the Two Holy Mosques, the most sacred sites on earth and the direction of the Kaaba (Qibla) to which more than a billion Muslims turn at prayer. We will expand and further develop our country to ensure that that Muslims from around the world can visit the Holy Sites. The second pillar of our vision is our determination to become a center for global business. We will develop the economy to encourage investment from other countries and international businesses. The third pillar is transforming our unique geographical location into a global hub connecting three continents, Asia, Europe and Africa. We will use our geographical position to improve trade and transport to and from our country. Although our country is rich in its natural resources, our real wealth lies in the ambition of our people and the potential of our younger generation. They are our nation's pride and the architects of our future. We will support young people in finding jobs and training. Our vision is built around three themes: A vibrant society, a thriving economy and an ambitious nation. The first theme is vital to achieving the vision. We believe in the importance of a vibrant society. Members of this society live in accordance with the Islamic principle of moderation, are proud of their national identity and their ancient cultural heritage, enjoy a good life, are protected by caring families and are supported by a social and health care system. The government is committed to supporting families and the education and wellbeing of their children. In the second theme, a thriving economy provides opportunities for all by building an education system that meets the needs of the market. It creates economic opportunities for small enterprises as well as large corporations. Therefore, we will develop and diversify our economy to create job opportunities. Our third theme-an ambitious nation-is built on a responsible, transparent and high-performing government. We will apply efficiency and responsibility at all levels. We will also prepare the right environment for our citizens, businesses and society to be responsible and take the initiative in facing challenges and seizing opportunities. We are confident about Saudi Arabia's future. With all the blessings Allah has given us, we cannot help but be optimistic about the decades ahead. The future of our country is one of huge promise and great potential. Our precious country deserves the best. Our vision, grounded in our country's strengths, will deliver this stability and create a brighter future for our country and our people. Adapted from the text of the Vision Programs at https://vision 2030.gov.sa/en and from the text that was drafted by the Council of Economic and Development Affairs as instructed by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. وزارت 12عليم Ministry of Education 2024-1446 MG_01_COMBO_TEXT_2024.indb 12 30/4/24 2:00 AM

Think about Saudi Arabia's progress and growth since its foundation in 1932 until now. What are the most significant advances or changes?

وزارة التعليم O After Reading A. Choose the meaning of each word as it is used in the text. 1. transforming a. moving b. changing completely c. making worse 2. hub a. center 3. vibrant b. start c. end a. strong and active b. awake c. quiet 4. thriving a. happy b. prosperous and strong c. poor 5. ambitious a. determined to succeed b. greedy c. glorious 6. enterprises a. ideas b. schools c. businesses 7. diversify a. make more varied b. widen c. improve 8. transparent a. unclear b. unlocked B. Look back at the ideas you listed before you read the text. c. open and honest Compare your ideas with the aims in the text and share your comparisons with a partner. C. Look again at the text. List five of the planned developments. 1. 2345 2. 3. 4. • • In your opinion, which of these is the biggest change? Which is the most important? Why? Share your ideas with a partner and support your opinions. Discussion • Is change always a good thing? Are there any aspects of Saudi Arabia that you think will (or should) never change? Why? Look at the underlined expression. Can you explain what it means? • How can you 'be responsible and take the initiative' in your school, neighborhood or city to contribute to the Vision 2030? Ministry of Education 2024-1446 MG_01_COMBO_TEXT_2024.indb 13 13 30/4/24 2:00 AM

Choose the meaning of each word as it is Used in the text transforming

Is change always a good thing? Are there any aspects of Saudi Arabia that you think will (or should) never change? Why?