Gulf leaders stressed on Wednesday that the security and stability of GCC states are inseparable and that any violation of the sovereignty of a member state poses a direct threat to the collective security of all.
At the 46th session of the GCC Supreme Council in Bahrain, Gulf leaders underlined the importance of respecting the sovereignty of GCC member states and other countries in the region.
They rejected any interference in internal affairs and any use – or threat – of force.
The Sakhir 2025 Declaration emphasized the need to strengthen international cooperation to protect regional security and to deepen political, security, and economic partnerships with friendly nations, international organizations, and economic blocs.
She also stressed the importance of increasing cooperation in areas related to sustainable development.
The declaration further called for combating all forms of extremism and terrorism, as well as hate speech and incitement.
She called for joint efforts to combat transnational crime and reaffirmed support for the Bahrain-based Joint Maritime Forces, which play a crucial role in protecting energy supplies, securing maritime navigation, and protecting global trade.
The leaders also reiterated their commitment to making the Middle East free of nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction, preventing arms races and strengthening regional stability.
In pursuit of a just, comprehensive and lasting peace in the Middle East, the leaders welcomed the results of the Sharm el-Sheikh Peace Summit.
Through the Sakhir Declaration, they expressed support for regional and international efforts aimed at ensuring full compliance with the agreement to end the war in Gaza.
They also stressed the importance of facilitating humanitarian assistance, reconstruction efforts and all initiatives leading to the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state along the borders of June 4, 1967 with East Jerusalem as its capital, in accordance with the two-state solution, the Arab Peace Initiative and relevant international resolutions.
This, they said, fulfills the aspirations of the Palestinian people – and the wider region – to live in security and peace.
On the economic front, leaders at the Sakhir Summit reaffirmed the importance of fulfilling the demands for a unified Gulf market and a customs union, while promoting trade and tourism. They encouraged investment in strategic projects, particularly in infrastructure, transport, energy, telecommunications, water and food.
The leaders also stressed the need to strengthen cooperation in technology, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity under a unified GCC strategy.
The aim is to advance knowledge integration, share expertise in digital transformation, combat cybercrime, ensure safe digital environments, and encourage the active participation of youth and women in development efforts.
They also highlighted the role of think tanks and research centers in predicting future trends and shaping public policies that support sustainable development.
The summit reaffirmed the Gulf states' commitment to environmental responsibility, sustainable initiatives, and renewed promises to protect the environment and address the challenges of climate change.
The leaders stressed the importance of reducing carbon emissions, expanding clean and renewable energy projects, and conserving natural and marine resources, in line with regional and global efforts to achieve net zero targets and achieve sustainable development goals. /Telegraph/
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