Doha, November 30 (QNA) – HE Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to the State of Qatar, Khalid bin Badr Al-Mutairi praised Qatar’s exceptional efforts in strengthening joint Gulf cooperation and addressing regional challenges with wisdom and responsibility.
In a statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA), HE Al-Mutairi congratulated the State of Qatar on its successful chairmanship of the 44th session of the Supreme Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). He affirmed Kuwait’s commitment, during its presidency of the 45th session, to building on Qatar’s remarkable achievements. He highlighted Kuwait’s dedication to fostering greater cohesion and integration among GCC member states, aligning with the aspirations of Gulf citizens and responding to evolving regional and international developments.
His Excellency emphasized Kuwait’s intent to enhance frameworks for economic unity, joint defense, and security systems to ensure the stability of the GCC countries and elevate their regional and international stature. He reiterated the Council’s steadfast commitment to achieving the noble objectives for which it was established.
Turning to developments in occupied Palestine, HE Al-Mutairi underscored the importance of Gulf solidarity in addressing the repercussions of the ongoing crisis. He expressed grave concern over the humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza Strip, where over 45,000 Palestinian civilians have lost their lives due to the ongoing conflict. He said the situation requires putting pressure on the international community to assume its responsibilities to stop Israeli military operations in the occupied Palestinian territories; protect civilians in accordance with international law and international humanitarian law; stop attacks on Arab lands in Lebanon and Syria; and enable international humanitarian organizations to carry out their tasks in providing humanitarian and relief assistance to the Palestinian people.
In this context, he commended the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to lead an international coalition advocating for the recognition of the State of Palestine. HE Al-Mutairi stressed the need to intensify efforts towards a comprehensive and just settlement based on the two-state solution, ensuring the establishment of an independent Palestinian state within the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
HE Al-Mutairi also highlighted the GCC’s prioritization of stability in Yemen through a political solution rooted in the Gulf Initiative, outcomes of the comprehensive national dialogue, and relevant international resolutions. He noted the Council’s collaborative efforts to address outstanding issues with Iraq, aimed at enhancing regional security, fostering good neighborly relations, and building ties founded on mutual respect.
Commenting on GCC-Iran relations, HE Al-Mutairi welcomed recent positive developments, describing them as a significant step towards constructive cooperation that could bolster regional stability and open avenues for collaboration across various fields.
Looking ahead, HE Al-Mutairi affirmed Kuwait’s commitment to advancing the GCC’s developmental agenda during its presidency. He pledged to overcome challenges and enhance joint Gulf action to achieve the aspirations of the region’s peoples.
He concluded by underscoring the significance of the upcoming Gulf Summit in Kuwait, which comes at a critical juncture amidst escalating challenges and crises. HE Al-Mutairi emphasized the shared responsibility of GCC member states to navigate these challenges and pursue prosperity and comprehensive development under the wise leadership of Their Majesties and Highnesses, the leaders of the Council states. (QNA)