His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a written message from his brother, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, relating to the strong and deep-rooted fraternal bilateral relations that bind the two countries and the two brotherly peoples, and ways to support and strengthen them in various fields.
This message comes within the framework of ongoing communication and consultation between the leaderships of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the State of Qatar, reflecting the depth of the historical and strategic ties that bind Riyadh and Doha. Both sides are committed to exchanging views on issues of common interest, in a manner that serves the interests of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and strengthens the joint Gulf action.
The Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council: An institutional framework for partnership
These exchanges of messages are particularly significant given the work of the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council, which serves as the institutional framework for developing relations between the two countries. The Council aims to enhance bilateral cooperation across all political, security, economic, and investment sectors, in line with the objectives of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and Qatar’s National Vision 2030. The past period has witnessed significant growth in trade volume and joint investments, underscoring the success of both leaderships in transforming fraternal relations into a fruitful economic partnership.
Regional and international dimensions to enhance cooperation
Regionally, Saudi-Qatari coordination is a cornerstone of stability in the Gulf and the Middle East. Amidst the rapidly evolving geopolitical challenges facing the world, the importance of unifying Gulf positions to address crises and bolster international peace and security is paramount. Riyadh and Doha play pivotal roles in diplomatic mediation and conflict resolution, making their joint coordination a crucial factor in addressing numerous complex issues in the region.
Post-Ula Summit Phase
It is worth noting that Saudi-Qatari relations have witnessed rapid growth and remarkable progress since the historic Al-Ula Summit in January 2021, which established a new phase of Gulf solidarity. This reconciliation has resulted in a renewed momentum for diplomatic and economic relations, opening up broad horizons for cooperation in the energy, tourism, transportation, and cultural exchange sectors, directly benefiting the citizens of both countries and strengthening the unity of the Gulf Cooperation Council.
