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Al Etihad
17-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Trump's visit marks strategic shift amid regional and international challenges, claims TRENDS study
17 May 2025 10:16 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)A study published by TRENDS Research & Advisory affirmed that the historic visit of US President Donald Trump to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE from May 13-16, 2025 represented a strategic shift in Gulf–US strongly boosted the strategic partnership between the two sides in confronting escalating regional and international study — An Analytical Reading of the Implications and Outcomes of President Trump's Gulf Visit — prepared by the TRENDS Research Department, analysed the visit's economic, political, and strategic dimensions. It pointed out that the visit included in-depth discussions on vital issues for both sides, including strengthening Gulf–U.S. economic partnership, coordinating energy policies, the future of US–Iran nuclear negotiations, and signing major defense deals. Pressing regional issues were also discussed, such as the Gaza war, the Syrian file, the Abraham Accords, and the implications of the Ukraine war on the study highlighted the massive economic deals announced during the visit, emphasising that they reflect the depth of Gulf–US economic ties and confirms the ambitious developmental aspirations of Gulf countries in technology, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy. The study concluded that Trump's visit represents a historic opportunity to enhance the strategic Gulf–US alliance, develop Gulf nations' technological capabilities, and confront shared global challenges, including security, economic, and technological challenges. It affirmed that the Gulf-US partnership is a fundamental pillar of regional and international stability, and contributes to sustainable development and prosperity in the region and the world.
Egypt Independent
15-05-2025
- Business
- Egypt Independent
Saudi Arabia and US reach consensus on ending the war in Gaza
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan announced on Wednesday that Washington and Riyadh have jointly agreed on the importance of ending the war in Gaza and releasing all hostages, urging for a ceasefire as soon as possible. He added during a press conference at the conclusion of the Gulf-US summit in Riyadh: 'Aid must enter the Gaza Strip unconditionally. It will be difficult to deliver aid without a ceasefire.' The Gulf-US summit was held in the capital, Riyadh, on Wednesday, bringing together leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and US President Donald Trump. Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz opened the summit with a speech in which he emphasized that the meeting is an extension of its cooperation with the US, and that Gulf relations with America are a strategic partnership. He noted that the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries affirm their economic partnership with the US, and that America is a key trading partner, with the volume of trade between the GCC countries and the US reaching approximately US$ 120 billion in 2024. Prince Mohammed bin Salman said: 'The future we aspire to through achieving the Sustainable Development Goals requires a stable and secure environment.' 'We are aware of the magnitude of the challenges facing our region, and we seek with you, His Excellency President Trump, and in cooperation with our brothers in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, to stop the escalation in the region, end the war in Gaza, and find a permanent and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian issue in accordance with the Arab Peace Initiative and relevant international resolutions, in a way that achieves security and peace for the peoples of the region,' he continued. US President praises Gulf states The US President said during the summit that the Gulf states are amongst the most advanced and prosperous nations, and that the world is watching the opportunities available in the Gulf states. During his speech at the summit, Trump expressed his appreciation for the efforts made by the Gulf states to end Israel's war on Gaza, stressing that Palestinians cannot enjoy a dignified life as long as this torture continues. He assured that Washington is putting great efforts into ending the war. The King of Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, said that strategic integration between the Gulf states and the US is a fundamental pillar. He emphasized that the two-state solution is only the path to achieving a lasting and comprehensive peace in the region. The Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, expressed his hope that the Gulf-US summit would be a gateway to resolving the region's problems. And the Deputy Prime Minister of the Sultanate of Oman, Asaad bin Tariq, stated that Gulf-US relations are historical and aim to consolidate prosperity, while working to resolve regional and international crises. Asaad bin Tariq added: 'We express our deep concern about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, which has been ongoing for decades due to the illegal Israeli occupation and the international inability to find a solution.' The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, Jassim Al-Budaiwi, said that the GCC countries look forward to a final and just settlement of the Palestinian issue, which will bring peace and stability to the region.
Observer
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Observer
Gulf-US relations long-term and strategic
RIYADH: On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Asaad bin Tarik al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for International Relations and Cooperation Affairs, Personal Representative of His Majesty the Sultan, headed the Sultanate of Oman's delegation at the Gulf-US Summit held in Riyadh on Wednesday. In his speech during the summit, HH Sayyid Asaad conveyed the greetings of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and his best wishes for the success of the meeting. The speech reads as follows: "I am honoured to represent His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Sultan of Oman, at this important Gulf-US summit. I am pleased to convey to you all His Majesty's greetings and his best wishes for the success of this meeting. We hereby express our deep thanks and gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for their kind invitation to this summit. We would also like to express our thanks and appreciation to the United States of America for its ardent and constructive partnership. We would like to extend our gratitude to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its hospitality and warm welcome. We meet here today at a historical moment, one that we hope it will help shape a better future for the Middle East and chart out a path of stability, prosperity and goodness for all. The Gulf-US relations are long-term and strategic that aim at establishing the foundations of security, stability and prosperity. This partnership that binds us takes shape in our shared commitment to achieve integration and reciprocity in political, economic, technological and defence interests, besides cooperating to resolve regional and international crises and addressing challenges. In this context, we would like to express our profound concern about the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, the outcome of decades of illegal Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories. This ongoing injustice, coupled with the international community's inability to achieve a just peace, is at the heart of many regional challenges. Yet, a glimmer of hope still exists. HH Sayyid Asaad bin Tarik al Said with US President Donald Trump at the Gulf-US Summit in Riyadh on Wednesday. PEACE AND STABILITY We have witnessed historic steps being made towards peace and stability. We would like to express our appreciation for President Donald Trump's constructive role in ending the conflict with Yemen and restoring safe navigation in the Red Sea. We hope that this achievement will pave the way for further success in the Yemeni issue, leading to a lasting peace and prosperity for this age-old Arab country. It is encouraging to observe the realism and mutual respect that mark the ongoing dialogue between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran about the non-proliferation of nuclear arms. These efforts inspire confidence in the possibility of reaching a practical and sustainable agreement between the two sides, motivating us all to cooperate collectively to address other issues in the region. The Trump administration's pursuit of a policy of strategic diplomacy – which favours dialogue and deal-making over escalation and confrontation – represents an exemplary approach that is highly welcomed by us. By engaging all parties and, by challenging outdated theories, the United States has opened a practical path for real positive change. LASTING SECURITY We hereby reaffirm that it is impossible to achieve comprehensive peace, lasting security and the prosperity sought by all except through the establishment of an independent Palestinian state, enabling both Palestinians and Israelis to live in dignity, exercise sovereignty over their respective lands and build prosperous and dignified nations. Therefore, we look forward to the Trump administration's drive to resolve this long-standing conflict that weighed heavily our region for a long time.' Meanwhile, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, also delivered a speech at the opening of the summit saying that this summit is in pursuance of the historical relationship and strategic partnership between the GCC states and the United States of America. He pointed out that this relationship continued to grow and develop over the past decades and it has become a model for joint cooperation. This, he added, reflects joint commitment to collective action to consolidate relations, expand and develop strategic partnerships in order to meet the common aspirations. Prince Mohammed said that the GCC states share the United States' belief in the importance of economic partnership and trade cooperation. He described the United States as a major trade and investment partner, as the volume of trade exchange between the two sides stood at about $120 billion in 2024. "The future we aspire to establish through the Sustainable Development Goals requires a stable and secure environment. We are aware of the magnitude of the challenge facing our region. With Your Excellency, Mr President, and, in cooperation with our brethren in the GCC states, we seek to de-escalate the confrontation in the region, end the war in Gaza and find a lasting and comprehensive settlement to the Palestinian cause in accordance with the Arab Peace Initiative and relevant international resolutions in a manner that achieves security and safety for the peoples of the region,' said Prince Mohammed. HH Sayyid Asaad bin Tarik al Said heading the Sultanate of Oman's delegation at the Gulf-US Summit in Riyadh on Wednesday. EFFECTIVE ROLE In his speech, US President Donald Trump said that the GCC states are among the most stable and prosperous nations and that the entire world is looking out for opportunities available in these countries, lauding their effective role in halting the escalation in Gaza and commending their endeavours to enhance prospects for peace in the region. In his speech, Shaikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber al Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait, commended the Sultanate of Oman's diplomatic efforts that gave rise to a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Yemen. He pointed out that this step will contribute to ensuring freedom of navigation and the smooth flow of international commercial shipping. Shaikh Mishal added, 'The GCC states believe that regional stability is a shared responsibility. Partnership with the United States represents a cornerstone in this process. We hope that this summit will be a step forward in building a more stable, balanced and integrated regional system based on international law, mutual respect and shared interests.' Shaikh Mishal expressed the hope that the summit would provide a gateway for addressing the region's concerns and highlighting the need to reach a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian cause. He also hoped that the summit would bolster the international community's efforts to ensure security and stability in Syria, preserve the Arab republic's sovereignty and territorial integrity, end the suffering of its people and halt foreign interference in its affairs. SAFE ZONE In his speech, King Hamad bin Isa al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain expressed his aspiration for the realisation of further cooperation to establish a safe, stable and prosperous zone that comprises all countries of the region. King Hamad said that this wise political approach represents a unique opportunity to move towards achieving a just and lasting peace that guarantees the rights of the Palestinian people through a two-state solution, preserves regional security and stability and contributes to making the region free of weapons of mass destruction. In his speech, Jassim Mohammed al Budaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), said the Gulf-US partnership - based on solid grounds, supported by figures and facts - paves the way for a future phase of close cooperation in all areas of common interest. Al Budaiwi noted that the GCC states continue to lead in traditional energy markets and are moving forward with partnerships with the United States in the field of clean energy. He expressed the GCC's hope for the success of international efforts to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and establish an environment that ensures security and stability for the Palestinian people. The summit dealt with means of consolidating the strategic partnership and economic investment between the GCC states and the United States, notably in the fields of technology and artificial intelligence (AI). It also covered current regional and international issues of significance to security and stability in the region. - ONA
Leaders
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Leaders
Crown Princes of Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi Discuss Joint Cooperation
The Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Mohammed bin Salman, met on Wednesday with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in Riyadh, reported the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). During the meeting, both Crown Princes reviewed relations between Saudi Arabia and the UAE and explored areas of joint cooperation. Moreover, they discussed several issues of common interest. The Saudi Minister of Defense, Prince Khalid bin Salman, also attended the meeting which took place on the sidelines of the GCC-US Summit. 📹 | HRH the Crown Prince meets with HH the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi. — Foreign Ministry 🇸🇦 (@KSAmofaEN) May 14, 2025 According to Abu Dhabi Media Office, the meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation across various fields to advance the mutual interests of both countries and their people. Furthermore, the Saudi and Abu Dhabi Crown Princes exchanged views on several regional and international issues. They reaffirmed the importance of bolstering Gulf efforts to address challenges in order to boost regional stability and support continued development and prosperity. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan led the UAE delegation to the GCC-US Summit in Riyadh, which brought together the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the US President, Donald Trump. The Saudi Crown Prince co-chaired the Summit alongside Trump. During his opening address, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman emphasized the depth of the Gulf-US relations, adding that the Summit underscores the commitment to continued cooperation and coordination on regional and international issues in order to establish peace, security and stability across the region and the world. Furthermore, the Saudi Crown Prince reiterated the Kingdom and GCC's commitment to peaceful solutions to conflicts adding: 'We stress our support for ending conflicts through peaceful means.' Short link : Post Views: 1
Qatar Tribune
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Amir participates in Gulf-US summit
RIYADH: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, along with their Majesties and Highnesses, the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), and US President HE Donald Trump, participated in the Gulf-US summit held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Riyadh. The summit was attended by Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Their Excellencies the members of the official delegation accompanying His Highness the Amir.
