GCC Summit Concludes with Ambitious Communiqué on Unity and Prosperity

Manama, 3 Dec 2025 (ONA) — The communiqué of the 46th session of the
GCC Supreme Council, held in Manama today, affirmed the profound historical and
fraternal bonds that unite the member states and their peoples, forged by a
common heritage of religion, ancestry, language and destiny.

The communiqué emphasized the critical need to reinforce these
deep-rooted ties and advance integration among member states. This commitment
is driven by unwavering belief in the Council’s noble objectives, a
continuation of the visionary path set by the founding leaders, and a
dedication to fulfilling the aspirations of GCC citizens for enhanced
stability, security, progress, and prosperity. The leaders resolved to
intensify coordination and integration across all political, security,
economic, and social spheres, ultimately striving toward greater unity to serve
shared fraternal interests and bolster security, peace and prosperity
regionally and globally.

The leaders expressed deep satisfaction with the tangible achievements
of joint Gulf action, realized under a cohesive defense and security framework,
through prudent and balanced diplomacy, and via sustainable developmental and
economic initiatives. These accomplishments reflect the Council’s political
cohesion and its unified vision, objectives, and stances on diverse regional
and international matters.

The communique strongly affirmed the principle of respecting the
sovereignty of GCC states and all regional nations, coupled with a rejection of
any interference in their internal affairs or the use or threat of force. It
declared that the security and stability of the GCC is indivisible, and any
violation of a member’s sovereignty constitutes a direct threat to their
collective security.

Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to achieving a just, comprehensive,
and lasting peace in the Middle East through peaceful conflict resolution, the GCC
leaders welcomed the outcomes of the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit. They voiced
support for all regional and international endeavors to ensure full adherence
to the agreement ending hostilities in Gaza, to facilitate humanitarian aid
delivery and reconstruction and to advance efforts leading to the establishment
of an independent, sovereign Palestinian state on the June 4, 1967 borders,
with East Jerusalem (Al Quds Al Sharqiyah) as its capital. This aligns with the
two-state solution, the Arab Peace Initiative, and pertinent international
resolutions, thereby fulfilling the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian
people and the region for a life of security and peace.

The communique outlined a forward-looking agenda for economic
advancement. Leaders stressed the importance of finalizing the GCC Common
Market and Customs Union, boosting trade and tourism, and channeling investment
into strategic sectors—especially infrastructure, transport, energy,
communications, water, and food security. Accelerating digital infrastructure
integration, fostering e-commerce, and developing joint digital payment and
cloud service systems were highlighted as key to achieving full economic citizenship
and sustainable, inclusive development.

The leaders pledged to persist with economic diversification,
championing an innovation-driven and sustainable economy to secure lasting
prosperity. They underscored the necessity of a unified Gulf strategy to
enhance cooperation in technology, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.
This aims to promote knowledge integration, share digital transformation
expertise, combat cybercrime, ensure a secure digital environment, and empower
youth and women in the development process. The vital role of think tanks in
future foresight and policy formulation was also acknowledged.

Renewing their environmental commitment, the GCC leaders pledged to
address climate change, cut carbon emissions, promote clean energy, and
preserve natural resources, in harmony with Gulf and global net-zero and
sustainable development goals.

The communiqué called for stronger international collaboration to
safeguard regional security, deepen partnerships with allies and international
bodies, and combat extremism, terrorism, and transnational crime. Support was
reaffirmed for the Combined Maritime Forces in Bahrain to protect energy
security and maritime trade. The GCC leaders also advocated for a Middle East
free of weapons of mass destruction and for curbing arms races to enhance
regional stability.

The GCC leaders extended full support to the Kingdom of Bahrain in its
upcoming role representing the Arab Group as a non-permanent member of the UN
Security Council, expressing confidence in its ability to advance Gulf and Arab
interests and its role as a proactive partner for international peace and
dialogue.

Appreciation was also extended to Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of
Italy, for her participation in summit discussions. Both sides agreed to
develop a joint action plan to elevate their historical friendship to a
comprehensive strategic partnership, reflecting the GCC’s openness to building
substantive alliances.

In closing, Their Majesties and Highnesses, the GCC leaders, committed
to developing institutional frameworks that broaden fraternal solidarity and
strategic integration. This is to ensure the enduring security and prosperity
of their nations and peoples within a stable region and to contribute to a more
just and prosperous world, reaffirming their unwavering dedication to this
shared future.

— Ends/Khalid