The conclusion of the work of the forty-second Gulf summit in Riyadh

The leaders and heads of delegations of the countries of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf stressed the importance of accurate, complete and continuous implementation of the vision of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the completion of the elements of economic unity and the joint defense and security system, and the coordination of positions, in a way that enhances solidarity and stability of the countries of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf. It preserves its interests, avoids regional and international conflicts, meets the aspirations and aspirations of its citizens, and enhances its regional and international role, by unifying political positions and developing political partnerships at the regional and international levels.

This came in the final statement "Riyadh Declaration" issued by the meeting of the 42nd session of the Supreme Council of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf this evening, at Diriyah Palace in Riyadh, read by the Secretary-General of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, Dr. Nayef Falah Al-Hajraf, the text of which is as follows:


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The 42nd GCC Leaders Summit A statement stipulating the agreement on principles and policies to develop strategic cooperation and economic and development integration among the GCC states and achieve the aspirations of their citizens.


The leaders stressed the importance of accurate, complete and continuous implementation of the vision of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - may God protect him - and the completion of the elements of economic unity and the common defense and security system, and coordination of positions in a way that enhances solidarity and stability of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, preserves their interests, and avoids regional conflicts It meets the aspirations and aspirations of its citizens, and enhances its regional and international role, by unifying political positions, developing political partnerships at the regional and international levels, and confirming the contents of Article Two of the Mutual Defense Agreement that the member states of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf consider that any aggression against any It is an assault on all of them, and any threat to one of them threatens them all, and what the agreement stipulates regarding the commitment of member states to collective action to confront all threats and challenges.

The leaders also stressed the importance of concerted efforts to coordinate and integrate the foreign policies of member states in order to crystallize a unified and effective foreign policy that serves the aspirations and aspirations of the peoples of the Gulf states and preserves their interests and gains. Member states avoid regional and international conflicts or interfere in their internal affairs, and achieve support and strategic interdependence between common economic, defense and security policies. To achieve common goals and aspirations.

While the leaders directed the importance of enhancing joint cooperation and coordinating plans aimed at achieving sustainability and dealing with climate change and its effects, and promoting joint action among the GCC countries to implement the circular carbon economy approach launched by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during its presidency of the Group of Twenty, and it was approved by a group as an integrated and comprehensive framework To address the challenges arising from greenhouse gas emissions and their management through available and innovative technologies, and to follow up on the implementation of initiatives, projects and mechanisms launched by the Gulf Cooperation Council countries in this field.

It was emphasized that the relevant committees should put in place the necessary mechanisms to achieve the best results in terms of protecting the environment and benefiting from the Green Saudi Initiative and the Green Middle East Initiative launched by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia, and strengthening joint Gulf efforts to confront environmental challenges, raise vegetation cover, increase reliance on clean technologies for all energy sources, combat pollution and preserve environmental life in all its forms in a way that achieves the best decent livelihood for its people, in line with the conditions and priorities of member states and their development plans, and in line with global goals. for sustainable development.

The leaders stressed the importance of following up on the achievement of the goals of the economic visions of the Gulf Cooperation Council states to achieve economic diversification and maximize the benefit from the economic potential and distinguished opportunities to double joint investments among the GCC states, develop the integration of road, train and communications networks among the GCC states, support and strengthen national industries, accelerate their growth and provide the necessary protection for them. And raising its competitiveness and access to a leading industrial position capable of competing globally, and removing all obstacles and difficulties facing the implementation of joint economic action decisions among the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council.

While the leaders stressed the importance of enhancing joint cooperation to continue combating the Corona pandemic (Covid-19), and the importance of supporting the process of collective action to combat epidemics, diseases and similar regulations in the future if they occur, and encouraging the proposal of effective policies and strategies to deal with such conditions in the future, in order to help combat them and deal with their repercussions. Economic and social conditions, travel and movement between the GCC countries.

The leaders also stressed the importance of continuing to support and enhance the role of Gulf women in economic development programs and their participation in joint Gulf action, encouraging the role of youth in the financial and business sectors and developing relief, humanitarian and voluntary work.

The leaders stressed the importance of enhancing joint action towards digital transformation and modern technologies, enhancing cooperation and building alliances in the field of cyber and information security in line with the aspirations of the GCC states, supporting the role of youth, the private sector and small and medium enterprises in the growth of economic diversification and digital transformation, and encouraging partnerships, projects and initiatives in this field.

The leaders assigned the committees, bodies, ministerial councils, the general secretariat and all the GCC organs, each within its jurisdiction, to develop the necessary programs to put these principles and pillars into practice.

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