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Daily Tribune
19-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Cabinet Commends GCC-US Summit and Celebrates Diplomatic Achievements in Weekly Meeting
His Excellency Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister, chaired the weekly Cabinet session today at Gudaibiya Palace, where a number of regional developments, diplomatic engagements, and national matters were discussed and commended. At the outset of the meeting, the Cabinet lauded the address of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa at the GCC-US Summit held recently in Riyadh, attended by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The Cabinet also praised the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the successful hosting of the summit under the leadership of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and supported by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, underscoring Saudi Arabia's significant role in promoting investment, peace, and regional stability. Highlighting the strategic importance of the GCC-US partnership, the Cabinet welcomed the outcomes of the summit as presented in a report by the Minister of Foreign Affairs. The partnership was commended for advancing diplomatic cooperation and regional development. The Cabinet also recognized His Majesty King Hamad's recent visit to the United Kingdom, where he attended the Royal Windsor Horse Show and the horse races sponsored by Bahrain. The importance of His Majesty's meeting with King Charles III, Head of the Commonwealth, was emphasized, along with the presence of HRH Prince Salman at the prestigious equestrian event, reflecting the enduring Bahrain-UK bilateral ties. In a tribute to the nation's passion for equestrian sports, the Cabinet praised His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa for his leadership in promoting endurance sports, further solidifying Bahrain's status in the international equestrian community. Marking the 44th anniversary of the Gulf Cooperation Council, the Cabinet extended heartfelt congratulations to HM the King and fellow GCC leaders, celebrating the Council's accomplishments and its role in strengthening Gulf unity over the decades. The Cabinet also extended congratulations to President Ahmed Al Sharaa of Syria, following the announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump to lift economic sanctions on Syria, attributing the move to diplomatic efforts led by HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Appreciation was expressed for the 'Towards Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Development' forum organized by the Shura Council, highlighting strong collaboration between Bahrain's Executive and Legislative Authorities, in line with the national development goals championed by HM the King and HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The Cabinet also reviewed and approved key memorandums, including: A memorandum by the Minister of Interior reporting that Bahrain's population reached 1,594,654 by the end of 2024. A memorandum by the Ministerial Committee for Legal and Legislative Affairs on government responses to proposals and draft laws from the Council of Representatives. A memorandum by the Minister of Cabinet Affairs, approving the Education and Training Quality Authority's reports. A memorandum by the Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, reviewing court performance and enforcement statistics from 2023–2024. In addition, the Cabinet noted several ministerial reports on Bahrain's participation in regional and international events, including: The 34th Arab Summit and 5th Economic and Social Development Summit Official visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan to Bahrain The 28th GCC Ministers of Municipal Affairs meeting Official visit of the Minister of Justice to France The 28th GCC Ministers of Information meeting and the 20th Arab Media Forum The meeting concluded with affirmations of Bahrain's commitment to diplomatic engagement, sustainable development, and international cooperation.
Al Etihad
18-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
A new era in partnership between the UAE and the US
18 May 2025 22:26 By Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali*In a powerful signal of deepening ties, US President Donald Trump chose Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE as the destinations for his first official overseas tour from May 13 to 16. The choice reflected what he described as the "strategic and economic importance" of these nations to the United States, a recognition of their growing global role and leadership in achieving stability regionally and globally. This is increasingly referred to as the "Gulf Moment" in international GCC tour covered a wide array of key political, economic, and strategic issues for both sides. These included economic cooperation, energy policy, and artificial intelligence, as well as the US-Iran nuclear negotiations, defence deals, security guarantees, and broader regional and global concerns, chief among them the wars in Gaza and Ukraine. These topics were front and centre during the fifth GCC-US Summit, held in Riyadh on May 14, providing strong momentum for a renewed and strengthened strategic of the most notable outcomes of the visit was the advancement of GCC-US economic relations, with trade volume reaching $120 billion in 2024. During the visit, total GCC investment commitments, economic agreements, and deals between the US and the three countries amounted to $3.2 trillion, with potential for further growth. These investments cover sectors including defence, energy, and artificial agreements were signed between the US and the three GCC states, with particularly significant investments in artificial intelligence. The UAE-US partnership stood out in this regard, highlighting the UAE's regional and global leadership in AI. During Trump's visit to the UAE, the two sides announced the establishment of the largest AI data centre campus outside the United States, with a capacity of 5 gigawatts, located in Abu Dhabi. They also launched a new bilateral AI Acceleration Partnership. This project, which was jointly inaugurated by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, (may God protect him), and Trump, represents a major strategic win for the UAE, which aspires to become a global player in AI. It also reflects the Trump administration's deep confidence in the UAE's capabilities and reliability as Washington's most trusted ally in the Gulf visit also reaffirmed the US commitment to the region's security, particularly through major advanced defence deals with the three GCC countries. These agreements helped dispel doubts that had arisen under previous US administrations and restored the Gulf's central place in Washington's global strategic priorities. Most notably, Trump's highly anticipated announcement in Saudi Arabia, his pledge to lift sanctions on Syria and meet with the country's president in the Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh, sent a clear political message: the GCC states now have the power to reshape regional strategic trajectories. By leading efforts to reintegrate a "new Syria" into regional and global systems, these countries are positioning themselves as pivotal actors in Middle Eastern visit to the Gulf marks the beginning of a new chapter of a comprehensive partnership and strategic alliance between the United States and the GCC countries. This alliance not only serves the mutual interests of both sides but also contributes to the broader security and stability of the entire Middle East. *The writer is the CEO of TRENDS Research & Advisory
Kuwait Times
15-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Amir urges stronger GCC-US ties
RIYADH: Bahraini Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, HH the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Qatari Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, Omani Deputy Prime Minister Sayyid Asaad Tariq Al-Said, US President Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan and GCC Secretary General Jasem Al-Budaiwi pose for a group photo during the GCC-US Summit on May 14, 2025. – KUNA photos Sheikh Meshal calls for deeper investment, proposes cultural dialogue forum at Gulf-US Summit
Qatar Tribune
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Amir, Saudi crown prince discuss ties
QNA Riyadh The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met with Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, on the sidelines of the GCC-US Summit, held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Riyadh on Wednesday. At the outset of the meeting, the Saudi Crown Prince conveyed to HH the Amir the greetings of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, along with his wishes for HH the Amir's continued health and happiness, and enduring progress and prosperity for the Qatari people. HH the Amir entrusted the Saudi Crown Prince with conveying his greetings and sincere wishes to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, wishing him continued health and well-being, and further progress and prosperity for the people of Saudi Arabia. During the meeting, the two sides discussed the strong fraternal relations between the two countries and their peoples, as well as prospects for further strengthening and developing these ties to serve their shared interests. They also reviewed regional and international developments and the topics on the summit's agenda. The meeting was attended by Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, and a number of members of the official delegation accompanying HH the Amir. On the Saudi side, the meeting was attended by Minister of Defence of Saudi Arabia Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Earlier, on arrival at King Khalid International Airport, HH the Amir was welcomed by Deputy Governor of Riyadh Region Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Mayor of Riyadh Region Prince Faisal bin Ayyaf Al Saud, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Ambassador of Qatar to Saudi Arabia HE Bandar bin Mohammed Al Attiyah, and Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Qatar HH Prince Mansour bin Khalid bin Farhan Al Saud.
Qatar Tribune
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
GCC nations, US pursuing regional de-escalation: Saudi Crown Prince
Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has emphasized that achieving the Sustainable Development Goals requires a stabilized and safe environment, given the challenges besetting the region. In his inaugural remarks before the GCC-US Summit, on Wednesday in Riyadh and which he co-chaired with US President Donald Trump, the Saudi Crown Prince affirmed that the Gulf nations, collectively and in collaboration with the United States of America, are committed to de-escalating tensions in the region, ending the war in Gaza, and finding an enduring and comprehensive solution for the Palestinian cause based on the Arab Peace Initiative and the relevant international resolutions. He added that their move is intended to achieve security and peace for the peoples of the region, confirming that they are committed to supporting everything that would end crises and cease conflict through peaceful means. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continues to encourage dialogue among the Yemeni parties to reach a comprehensive political solution in Yemen, along with the efforts to end the crisis in Sudan through the Jeddah Platform, which is jointly sponsored by Saudi Arabia and the United States, with the objective of reaching a full ceasefire in Sudan, the Saudi Crown Prince underlined. He stressed the importance of respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Syrian Arab Republic and supporting the efforts undertaken by the Syrian government to achieve security and stability. The Saudi Crown Prince reaffirmed the support spearheaded by the Lebanese President and the Lebanese government for the state institutions' reform efforts, to ensure the exclusive authority of the state over the use of force, and to safeguard Lebanon's sovereignty and territorial integrity. He welcomed the ceasefire deal between Pakistan and India and hoped that it would contribute to containing the escalation and restoring calm between the two countries. (QNA)
