Bahrain Premier: GCC is One Family with Saudi Arabia its Pivot

Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa with GCC Ambassadors (BNA)
Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa with GCC Ambassadors (BNA)
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Bahrain Premier: GCC is One Family with Saudi Arabia its Pivot

Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa with GCC Ambassadors (BNA)
Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa with GCC Ambassadors (BNA)

Bahraini Premier Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa received at Gudaibiya Palace ambassadors of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states, headed by Dean of Diplomatic Corps Kuwaiti Ambassador Sheikh Azam al-Sabah.

During the meeting, the prime minister stressed that GCC countries constitute of one family, unified in its positions, based on cooperation and seeking welfare, with its pivot, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Prince Khalifa said the welfare of GCC countries is from the welfare of Saudi Arabia, and whoever wants otherwise for the kingdom, he wants that for all of us, as "our security and stability emanate from the security and stability of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia."

He praised the great efforts of the Kingdom and sacrifices it has made to ward off dangers and deter plots targeting the region.

Hadn’t it been for these Saudi efforts and sacrifices, he concluded, the countries of the region were to plunge into a situation that does not please anyone.

The PM also commended the role of Saudi Arabia in promoting goodness, stressing that its security and stability is integral to the security and stability of the GCC countries.

The Premier underlined the special, strong and unique relations between the GCC leaders and their peoples, describing it as the secret of stability of their countries in a region full of conflicts. He urged the ambassadors to continue working on further cementing relations with Bahrain and the other GCC countries.

He also pointed out the importance of the GCC march for the Arab countries as it embodies keenness on unity and solidarity. He urged to preserve the GCC march and maintain cooperation to overcome all challenges.

During the meeting, the Prime Minister reviewed with the ambassadors regional and international issues, stressing the need to boost cooperation and coordination against threats, including mainly terrorism and its sources.



Saudi Arabia Pursues Efforts to Quell Sudan Crisis

Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji at the Second Consultative Meeting on Enhancing Coordination of Peace Initiatives and Efforts in Sudan (SPA)
Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji at the Second Consultative Meeting on Enhancing Coordination of Peace Initiatives and Efforts in Sudan (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Pursues Efforts to Quell Sudan Crisis

Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji at the Second Consultative Meeting on Enhancing Coordination of Peace Initiatives and Efforts in Sudan (SPA)
Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji at the Second Consultative Meeting on Enhancing Coordination of Peace Initiatives and Efforts in Sudan (SPA)

Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji reaffirmed the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to resolve the Sudanese crisis. He expressed Saudi Arabia’s openness to international initiatives aimed at bringing peace to Sudan.
At the Second Consultative Meeting on Enhancing Coordination of Peace Initiatives and Efforts in Sudan, held in Djibouti, Al-Khuraiji discussed the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to resolve the Sudanese crisis.
He mentioned that Saudi Arabia, in partnership with the United States, facilitated talks between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, leading to the Jeddah Declaration on May 11, 2023, which aimed to protect civilians.
Al-Khuraiji also noted the continuation of talks with the involvement of the African Union and IGAD, emphasizing Saudi Arabia’s support for African-led solutions.
He reiterated Saudi Arabia’s commitment to restoring stability in Sudan and urged all parties to act with wisdom, show restraint, and support positive initiatives.
Al-Khuraiji also met with EU Special Representative for the Horn of Africa, Annette Weber, on the sidelines of the consultative meeting.
In separate meetings, he also met with the UN Envoy for Sudan, Ramtane Lamamra, and US Special Envoy for Sudan, Tom Perriello.
During these meetings, they reviewed the latest developments in Sudan, explored ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation, and discussed topics of mutual interest.
The Sudanese Coordination of Civil Democratic Forces (Taqaddum) expressed support for international and regional meetings, hoping they would bring positive results to ease the suffering of the Sudanese people.
They urged the need that discussions focus on ensuring humanitarian aid reaches those in need, protecting civilians, and achieving an immediate ceasefire.
Taqaddum highlighted the importance of international legal frameworks for civilian protection and safe passageways during the conflict.
They called on international and regional partners to quickly bring both sides back to negotiations, build on the Jeddah agreements, and secure a binding ceasefire with effective monitoring.
Taqaddum also stressed the need for a unified negotiation platform to achieve peace.