RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Shoura Council Speaker sheikh Abdullah Al-Asheikh will lead the Kingdom’s delegation to the 19th periodic gathering of Gulf Cooperation Council legislative leaders, scheduled to take place in Bahrain on Thursday.
In remarks ahead of the meeting, Al-Asheikh underscored that the council’s robust engagement in regional forums stems from the leadership and strategic vision of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Their commitment to Gulf solidarity and integrated cooperation continues to guide the Kingdom’s regional partnerships, he added.
The Shoura Council speaker praised Bahrain’s role as host, noting that the event reflects the nation’s dedication to advancing Gulf unity under King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa and Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa.
He particularly acknowledged the collaborative efforts of his Bahraini counterparts — Shoura Council Speaker Ali bin Saleh Al-Saleh and Representatives Council Speaker Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam — in strengthening parliamentary cooperation across the Gulf, serving its objectives and aspirations.
Al-Asheikh emphasized the deep-rooted fraternal ties binding GCC nations, describing these regular legislative consultations as concrete manifestations of Gulf leaders’ support for collective action and their commitment to unity and enhanced cooperation across all sectors.
He pointed to parliamentary coordination at international forums as evidence of the bloc’s unified stance and aligned strategic outlook.
These parliamentary sessions, he added, demonstrate the depth of cohesion, unified vision, and shared resolve in addressing common challenges while building toward greater regional security and prosperity.
He expressed optimism that the Manama meeting will produce meaningful outcomes that advance Gulf integration, support joint Gulf action, and serve the aspirations of the region’s citizens for greater advancement, unity and progress.
The Kingdom’s delegation includes Mohammed bin Dakheel Al-Mutairi, secretary-general of the Shoura Council and member of the Parliamentary Coordination and Foreign Relations Committee; council members Fadl bin Saad Al-Buainain and Yahya bin Mohammed Al-Matrudi, both from the Parliamentary Coordination and Foreign Relations Committee; Arwa bint Obaid Al-Rashid, Shoura Council member; and several council officials.
