Sunday, December 27, 2020
Saudi Arabia's King Salman invites GCC leaders for Riyadh Summit
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Saudi Arabia's King Salman has formally invited the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) leaders for the 41st group summit, which is being held in Riyadh on January 5th, 2021.
The invitation was sent through GCC Secretary-General Dr. Nayef Falah Al-Hajraf, a statement from the group said. Among the first to receive the invite was UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, with the invitation received by the Dubai ruler and Vice-President Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum. Trending : Health Ministry clarifies on Corona vaccination certificates
- He said, “The commitment by Gulf leaders to hold the summit on an annual basis, and especially in these exceptional times, is a witness to the strength of the GCC, to their belief in their duty to the people of the Gulf, and their devotion to increasing cooperation and integration among member countries”.
- As the GCC enters its 5th decade with a global pandemic in the backdrop, the institution’s mission to facilitate trade and economic integration among member states is more relevant than at any time in its history. Read : Registration for Corona Vaccination increased by 5 times within hour after Crown Prince Vaccination
- “The GCC remains focused on meeting the aim of the Gulf people, increasing integration, inter connectedness, and business among member states and the international community. I am thankful to their Majesties and Highnesses, the leaders of the GCC states, for their tireless efforts to further strengthen Gulf cooperation.”
