His influence declined under the reign of King Khalid.
"Perhaps King Khalid has also been reminded of his own mortality."
On the other hand, King Khalid was not an effective leader.
King Khalid is also considered to be a genial caretaker during his reign.
King Khalid had some personal characteristics that made him a king respected.
King Khalid initiated the move to bring in foreign labor to help with the country's development.
In February 1980, King Khalid had a minor heart attack.
King Khalid had three sons and six daughters.
In 1976, King Khalid appointed him the minister of industry and electricity, and he held the position until 1983.
By 1982, King Khalid let it be known that it was time for restraint.