Kuwait and UAE: Gulf Cooperation is a Guarantee for Preserving Common Interests

Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah welcomes UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan upon his arrival to Kuwait on a state visit (KUNA) 
Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah welcomes UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan upon his arrival to Kuwait on a state visit (KUNA) 
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Kuwait and UAE: Gulf Cooperation is a Guarantee for Preserving Common Interests

Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah welcomes UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan upon his arrival to Kuwait on a state visit (KUNA) 
Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah welcomes UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan upon his arrival to Kuwait on a state visit (KUNA) 

Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah expressed on Sunday pride in the alignment between Kuwaiti and Emirati positions on regional and international matters, particularly in light of the sensitive situations facing the region and the world.
During talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Emir confirmed that evolving regional and international challenges require adherence to fundamental principles guided by international relations and conventions and the need to prioritize the voice of wisdom.
For his part, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed stressed the UAE's keenness “to strengthen cooperation with Kuwait and all GCC countries for the benefit of our peoples.”
Taking note of the difficult challenges facing the region and the whole world, the President affirmed that the Gulf cooperation system is a security policy ensuring stability in the region.
The UAE president arrived in Kuwait Sunday on a state visit.
Upon arrival at the Amiri Airport, he was received by the Kuwaiti Emir and Kuwaiti Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Sabah.
Official talks took place at Bayan Palace. The Kuwaiti side was headed by the Kuwaiti Emir and the Crown Prince while the Emirati delegation was headed by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and several high ranking officials.
Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah said his country is keen to advance relations with the Emirates, both bilaterally through the Kuwait-UAE Joint Committee, which coordinates efforts on various fields such as economy, investment, and trade, and through the Gulf Cooperation Council, all in pursuit of mutual interests for the peoples of Kuwait and the UAE.
The Emir expressed his pride in the alignment between Kuwaiti and Emirati positions on regional and international matters.
He stressed that in light of the sensitive situations facing the region and the world, confronting the regional and international challenges requires adherence to fundamental principles guided by international relations and conventions and the need to prioritize the voice of wisdom.
At the meeting, the Emirati President said the UAE believes that economic cooperation is the basis for strong relations and achievement of aspirations, adding that as such, the Emirates sees Kuwait as an essential partner for progress and development in the region.
In that regard, the President pointed to non-oil trade exchange between the two, pointing out that it had amounted to more than $12 billion.
The UAE is Kuwait's second-largest trading partner globally and the first Arab partner, while Kuwait ranks twelfth among the UAE's most important global trade partners.
Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed then affirmed that “in light of the difficult challenges the world and the region are facing...Gulf cooperation stands as a fundamental guarantee for our joint interests, and to support security and stability in the region”.
Amiri Diwan Affairs Minister Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah said the talks included ways of boosting the sturdy fraternal relations across various fields and expanding cooperation in what benefits both nations, as well as issues of common interest, supporting unity, joint Arab and Gulf work and latest regional and international developments.

 



Saudi Arabia Reiterates Call on Countries to Join Two-State Solution Global Coalition

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Reiterates Call on Countries to Join Two-State Solution Global Coalition

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday its call on countries to join the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, which was launched by the Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee and led by the Kingdom in collaboration with the European Union and Norway.

The cabinet underscored its solidarity with the Palestinian and Lebanese people in overcoming the humanitarian impact of the Israeli war against them.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh.

The cabinet hailed the outcome of the Extraordinary Arab and Islamic Summit that was held in Riyadh on Monday, which it said will help in strengthening joint action and continuing cooperation with the international community to stop the war on the Gaza Strip to achieve security and stability in the region.

It welcomed the document of the tripartite mechanism to support Palestine signed between the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, Arab League and African Union Commission.

Crown Prince Mohammed briefed the cabinet on the letters Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz received from Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embalo and Comoros’ President Azali Assoumani.

He also briefed them on his telephone talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, and US President-elect Donald Trump, during which he highlighted the Kingdom's keenness to strengthening historical and strategic relations between their countries.

The cabinet reviewed the Kingdom's contributions and initiatives aimed at boosting the effectiveness and speed of international multilateral action in addressing current and future challenges. These efforts are intended to respond to urgent global issues while promoting development and prosperity and strengthening common cultural and social ties.

The cabinet highlighted the Kingdom's emphasis, at recent international meetings, on boosting cooperation with world countries, strengthening coordination in various fields, and endeavoring to continue its humanitarian and development assistance to countries and peoples affected by natural disasters and humanitarian crises.

Moreover, the cabinet reiterated the Kingdom's commitment to fostering cultural communication between diverse cultures worldwide. It expressed gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of the "Arab Week at UNESCO" initiative, launched by the Kingdom at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization in Paris, France.

The cabinet praised the Crown Prince's support for national talent, which enables them to become leaders in various fields, out of the belief that individuals are the core and foundation of development. One such talent is the Saudi medical team, which was received by Crown Prince Mohammed after having performed the world's first robotic heart transplant.

The cabinet also lauded the outcome of the 10th Biban24 Forum, held in Riyadh; agreements worth SAR35.4 billion were signed to support entrepreneurship in various sectors and to achieve one of the national goals, which is to increase the contribution of small and medium enterprises to the GDP.