Naimi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources and chairman of the Saudi Aramco Board of Directors, comments in the Annual Review that "the true magnitude of Saudi Aramco's endeavors during the past year will become apparent only in time, given the many mega-projects currently under way throughout the company. "These include massive oil and gas exploration and production programs, bold initiatives in the refining and petrochemical sectors, and major undertakings in critical technical, research and operational support functions. Although many of the seeds sown in 2005 will bear fruit only in years to come, I am certain they will provide a rich harvest for the future." Abdallah S. Jum'ah, Saudi Aramco president and chief executive officer, notes in the publication that Saudi Aramco's unmatched record for reliability is due to a variety of factors - including advanced infrastructure and cutting-edge technology - but it is the diverse company workforce that is the key. Though 87 percent of the workforce is Saudi, Jum'ah says that "What unites them is a distinct sense of being part of a very special company, the knowledge they are contributing to the well-being of the Kingdom and its people, and the understanding that the work they do is vital to the prosperity of countries and communities around the globe."
