This evening, the final statement was issued by the Supreme Council of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf in its forty-second session, the text of which is as follows:

At the kind invitation of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, may God protect him, the Supreme Council held its forty-second session in Riyadh, on Tuesday, Jumada Al-Awwal 10, 1443 AH, corresponding to December 14, 2021 AD, headed by His Royal Highness Prince Muhammad bin Salman. Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the participation of:

His Highness Sheikh / Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the United Arab Emirates, Prime Minister, Ruler of Dubai.

His Majesty King/ Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

His Highness Sayyid / Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Cabinet Affairs in the Sultanate of Oman.

His Highness Sheikh / Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar.

His Highness Sheikh/ Mishaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Crown Prince of the State of Kuwait.

and His Excellency Dr. Nayef Falah Mubarak Al-Hajraf, Secretary General of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf.

1- The Supreme Council congratulated the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, may God protect him, on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia assuming the presidency of the forty-second session of the Supreme Council, expressing its appreciation for what was included in the opening speech of His Royal Highness Prince Muhammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is keen on activating the process of cooperation among the GCC states in all fields.

2- The Supreme Council expressed its deep appreciation and gratitude for the great sincere and sincere efforts made by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and his esteemed government, during the presidency of the Kingdom of Bahrain for the forty-first session of the Supreme Council, and the important steps and achievements that have been achieved .

3- The Supreme Council commended the tour made by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, may God protect him, to the countries of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf during the month of December 2021, and welcomed the positive results reached to strengthen cooperation. Interdependence and coordination among the GCC states, achieving the aspirations of their citizens, and confirming the full and accurate implementation of the vision of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, to achieve the highest levels of integration, ensuring solidarity and cohesion of the GCC states and enhancing their regional and international role.

4- The Supreme Council affirmed its keenness on the strength and cohesion of the Gulf Cooperation Council, the unity of ranks among its members, and its desire to achieve more coordination, integration and interdependence in all fields, in order to achieve the aspirations of the citizens of the GCC states, stressing that its states stand united in the face of any threat to any of the states. the Council.

5- The Supreme Council affirmed its full support for the “Green Saudi Initiative” and the “Green Middle East Initiative” launched by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, praising its efforts and initiatives in confronting the phenomenon of climate change.

6- The Supreme Council praised the pioneering role played by the United Arab Emirates to confront the phenomenon of climate change, and its efforts to host Abu Dhabi COP28 in 2023 AD to support international efforts in this regard.

7- The Supreme Council congratulated the United Arab Emirates on the success of Expo 2020, stressing at the same time its full support for the request of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to host Expo 2030, considering this as a consolidation of the position of the GCC countries as an international center for business.

8- The Supreme Council praised the results of the second meeting of the Saudi-Bahraini Coordination Council, co-chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and his brother, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

9- The Supreme Council welcomed the opening of the (725) kilometer Saudi-Omani land road, which will contribute to the smooth movement of citizens of the GCC countries and the integration of supply chains in order to achieve the desired economic integration.

10 - The Supreme Council valued raising the level of the presidency of the Qatari-Saudi Coordination Council to the level of His Highness Sheikh / Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani - Emir of the State of Qatar, and His Royal Highness Prince / Muhammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - Crown Prince and Deputy Prime Minister The Minister of Defense of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the Council welcomed the positive results of the meeting of the Coordination Council on December 8, 2021, to develop joint bilateral cooperation in a way that enhances integration between the two brotherly countries.

11- The Supreme Council praised the establishment of the Kuwaiti-Saudi Coordination Council, which comes from the desire of the leaderships of the two brotherly countries to raise cooperation in all fields to a level that reflects the depth and rootedness of historical brotherly relations. It is in the interest of the two brotherly countries and reflects their keenness to develop joint Gulf action.

12- The Supreme Council commended the success of organizing the 2022 FIFA Arab Cup, which will be hosted by the State of Qatar from November 30 to December 18, and the outstanding organization and efforts it made to make this tournament a success. Everything that would lead to the success of hosting it.

The vision of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques:

13. The Supreme Council reviewed the report of the General Secretariat on the progress made in implementing the vision of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, to promote joint Gulf action, which was approved by the Supreme Council at its thirty-sixth session in December 2015.

14. The Supreme Council confirmed the contents of the Al-Ula Declaration issued on January 5, 2021 AD, and the full, accurate and continuous implementation of the vision of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, which was approved by the Supreme Council at its 36th session in December 2015, including completing the elements of economic unity and the defense and security systems Joint cooperation and coordination of positions in a way that enhances the solidarity and stability of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, preserves their interests, avoids regional and international conflicts, meets the aspirations and aspirations of its citizens, and enhances its regional and international role through unifying political positions and developing political partnerships with the international community, regional and international organizations and sister countries. And friendly.

15. The Supreme Council assigned ministerial and technical bodies, councils and committees, the General Secretariat, and the council’s organs to redouble efforts to complete the remaining steps to implement the vision of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, according to a specific timetable and close follow-up. The Council assigned the General Secretariat to submit a detailed report in this regard to the next session of the Supreme Council.

Gulf joint action:

16. The Supreme Council was briefed on the outcome of the consultations regarding the implementation of the decision of the Supreme Council at its thirty-second session on the proposal of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, may God have mercy on him, to move from the stage of cooperation to the stage of union, and direct the Supreme Council to continue to continue efforts for the transition From the stage of cooperation to the stage of union, and assigning him to the Ministerial Council and the head of the specialized body to complete taking the necessary measures for this, and to submit what has been reached to the Supreme Council at its next session.

17. The Supreme Council stressed the importance of preserving the council’s gains and achievements, and directed the competent bodies in the member states, the General Secretariat, and the ministerial and technical committees to redouble efforts to achieve the lofty goals stipulated in the Statute of the Cooperation Council, and to complete the remaining steps for the establishment of the customs union, and the full implementation of the Gulf market tracks joint venture, leading to economic unity among the GCC states by 2025.

18. The Supreme Council approved the establishment of the Gulf Railways Authority.

19. The Supreme Council expressed its satisfaction with the findings of the fifteenth meeting of Their Excellencies the heads of the Shura, Representatives, National and Nation Councils in the GCC states, praising the efforts made by these councils in promoting joint Gulf action and supporting the process of cooperation in all fields.

Efforts of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries in confronting the Corona virus pandemic:

20. The Supreme Council praised the success of the health and preventive measures to contain the Corona virus pandemic, which were taken by the Gulf Cooperation Council countries to limit the effects of the pandemic at all levels, reiterating its appreciation to all workers in the field of containing the pandemic, praising the commitment of citizens and residents to the instructions and precautionary measures to limit the effects of the pandemic. He also directed to intensify efforts to confront the emerging challenges of this epidemic.

Joint military and security action:

21. The Supreme Council blessed the opening of the headquarters of the unified military command in Riyadh under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Muhammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, wishing it success and achieving the desired goals to enhance defense integration and collective security The joint member of the GCC states, and expressed his satisfaction with the efforts of the Gulf armed forces to maintain the security and safety of the GCC states, their lands, airspace and seas, and to ensure the safety and security of maritime navigation.

22. The Supreme Council approved the decisions of the Joint Defense Council at its eighteenth session, and affirmed support for joint military integration efforts; To achieve the collective security of the GCC countries.

23. The Supreme Council approved the decisions of Their Highnesses and Excellencies the Ministers of Interior at their thirty-eighth meeting, which was held in the Kingdom of Bahrain on November 14, 2021 AD, expressing its satisfaction with the achievements in the security field, stressing the importance of strengthening the joint Gulf security work; To ensure the security and stability of the GCC states, and took note of the preparations for the tactical exercise (Arabian Gulf Security 3) scheduled to be implemented in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during January 2022 AD, stressing the importance of the exercise in enhancing security cooperation between the GCC states, and the integration between the security services to consolidate the foundations of security And as a deterrent to anyone who tries to harm the security and stability of the GCC states

Regional and International Issues:

24. The Supreme Council reiterated the GCC states’ keenness to maintain stability and security in the region, support the prosperity of its peoples, and strengthen the council’s relations with brotherly and friendly countries and regional and international organizations, based on the role of the Cooperation Council as a basic pillar for maintaining regional and global peace and security, and strengthening the council’s role in achieving peace and development sustainable development and serving the lofty aspirations of the Arab and Islamic nations.

25. The Supreme Council affirmed respect for the principles of sovereignty and non-interference in internal affairs, based on international charters, norms and laws, and that the security of the GCC states is an essential tributary to Arab national security, in accordance with the Charter of the League of Arab States. He also affirmed the positions of the Cooperation Council rejecting foreign interference in the Arab countries from any party, and its rejection of any threat to any member state, stressing that the security of the GCC states is indivisible, in accordance with the principle of joint defense and the concept of collective security, the statute of the Gulf Cooperation Council and the joint defense agreement. .

anti-terrorism:

26. The Supreme Council affirmed its firm stances and decisions towards terrorism and extremism, whatever its source, rejecting all its forms and manifestations, rejecting its motives and justifications, working to dry up its sources of funding, supporting international efforts to combat terrorism, and affirming that tolerance and coexistence among nations and peoples are among the most important principles and values ​​on which it was built. Societies of the GCC states, and their interaction with other peoples.

27. The Supreme Council affirmed that the Iranian-backed Houthi militias continued hostilities and terrorist operations by launching ballistic missiles and booby-trapped drones to target civilians and civilian objects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, violating international and humanitarian law by using the civilian population in Yemeni civilian areas as human shields, and launching booby-trapped and unmanned boats from Yet, it represents a serious threat to regional and international security. He affirmed the legitimate right of the leadership of the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen to take and implement the necessary measures and measures to deal with these hostile and terrorist acts, and the need to prevent arms smuggling to these militias, which poses a threat to the freedom of maritime navigation and global trade in the Bab al-Mandab Strait and the Red Sea, praising the efficiency of the Royal Air Defense Forces. The Saudis intercepted and confronted those missiles and aircraft, which amounted to more than (423) ballistic missiles, (834) booby-trapped drones and (98) booby-trapped boats.

28. The Supreme Council condemned Iran’s continued support for terrorist and sabotage acts in the Kingdom of Bahrain, which poses a serious threat to the security and stability of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and the region, noting the recent arrest of terrorist elements in the Kingdom of Bahrain, with links to terrorist groups in Iran, and in possession of weapons and explosives sourced from Iran. I began planning and preparing for sabotage operations, aimed at threatening peace, spreading chaos and terrorizing the safe. He praised the efforts of the security services in arresting these terrorist elements, stressing the support of the Kingdom of Bahrain in all the measures it takes to maintain its security and stability, and renewed his call to Iran to stop supporting terrorism and inciting sectarian strife in the GCC countries.

29. The Supreme Council condemned Iran's continued support for terrorist groups and sectarian militias in Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen and others, which threaten Arab national security, destabilize the region, and impede the work of the international coalition to combat ISIS.

The Palestinian cause:

30. The Supreme Council affirmed its firm positions on the centrality of the Palestinian cause, its support for the sovereignty of the Palestinian people over all the Palestinian territories occupied since June 1967 AD, the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, and guaranteeing the rights of refugees, in accordance with the Arab Peace Initiative and resolutions of international legitimacy, stressing the need to activate the community’s efforts The international community to resolve the conflict, in a manner that fulfills all the legitimate rights of the brotherly Palestinian people, according to those foundations.

31. The Supreme Council called on the international community to intervene to stop targeting the Palestinian presence in the city of Jerusalem, expelling Palestinians from their homes in East Jerusalem, and attempts to change their legal nature, demographics and arrangements for Islamic holy places, and attempts to impose Israeli sovereignty over them, in clear violation of international law and international resolutions and the existing agreements concluded in this regard, stressing the need to move away from unilateral measures.

32. The Supreme Council expressed its rejection of any tendency to annex settlements in the West Bank to Israel, in clear violation of the Charter of the United Nations, principles of international law and United Nations resolutions, including Security Council Resolution No. 2334 of 2016, the advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice of 2004, and the Geneva Convention Fourth of 1949. He also condemned Israel's continued construction of settlement units in the occupied Palestinian territories, and called on the international community to pressure the Israeli authorities to reverse its settlement decisions in violation of international laws and resolutions.

33. The Supreme Council condemned the Israeli President's storming of the Ibrahimi Mosque in the city of Hebron, as it was a blatant encroachment on Islamic sanctities, and a continuous provocation to the feelings of millions of Muslims around the world.

34. The Supreme Council commended the generous assistance provided by the GCC states to support the activities of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), and called on the international community to continue supporting it to continue its mission until the return of the Palestinian refugees.

Iranian occupation of the three islands belonging to the United Arab Emirates:

35. The Supreme Council affirmed its firm positions and previous decisions regarding the condemnation of Iran's continued occupation of the three islands (Tunb al-Kubra, Tunb al-Sughra and Abu Musa) of the United Arab Emirates, reiterating the following:

1- Supporting the right of sovereignty of the United Arab Emirates over its three islands, the Greater Tunb, the Lesser Tunb and Abu Musa, and over the territorial waters, airspace, continental shelf and the exclusive economic zone of the three islands, as they are an integral part of the territory of the United Arab Emirates.

2 - Considering that any decisions, practices or actions carried out by Iran on the three islands are null and void, and do not change any of the historical and legal facts that are unanimously agreed on the right of sovereignty of the United Arab Emirates over its three islands.

3- Calling on Iran to respond to the efforts of the United Arab Emirates to resolve the issue through direct negotiations or resort to the International Court of Justice.

Iran:

36. The Supreme Council affirmed its firm positions and decisions regarding relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran, stressing the necessity of its commitment to the basic foundations and principles based on the Charter of the United Nations and international law covenants, the principles of good neighborliness, respect for state sovereignty, non-interference in internal affairs, resolving disputes by peaceful means, and non-interference in internal affairs. The use or threat of force, and the rejection of sectarianism. Hoping that the new Iranian administration would play a positive role in working on what would reduce tension and build confidence between the Gulf Cooperation Council and Iran, according to the foundations previously approved by the Council and reported to the Iranian side.

37. The Supreme Council expressed concern about the escalatory steps taken by Iran to destabilize regional security and stability, its rejection of the continuation of Iranian interference in the internal affairs of the GCC states and the region, and its condemnation of any actions aimed at interfering in the internal affairs of countries or fueling sectarian and sectarian conflicts, stressing the need to desist and refrain From supporting the groups that fuel these conflicts, and stopping the support, financing and arming of sectarian militias and terrorist organizations, including providing them with ballistic missiles and drones to target civilians and threatening international shipping lanes and the global economy.

38. The Supreme Council affirmed the readiness of the GCC states to cooperate and deal seriously and effectively with the Iranian nuclear file in a way that contributes to achieving common goals and interests within the framework of respect for sovereignty and good-neighbourliness policies, and respect for UN resolutions and international legitimacy to ensure the strengthening of regional and international security and stability.

39. The Supreme Council stressed the need for the GCC states to participate in any negotiations with Iran, and all regional and international discussions and meetings in this regard, given the paramount importance of this file related to the security, safety and stability of the countries of the region, stressing the need to address the destabilizing behavior of the region, and support sectarian militias Extremism, the Iranian missile program, including ballistic and cruise missiles and drones, the safety of international navigation and oil installations, and the continuation of coordination and consultation with brotherly and friendly countries in this regard.

40. The Supreme Council expressed its condemnation of Iran's continued failure to fulfill its commitments and abuses in raising uranium enrichment rates, beyond the need for peaceful uses, and called on Iran to reverse this step and to cooperate fully with the International Atomic Energy Agency.

41. The Supreme Council stressed the importance of maintaining maritime security and waterways in the region, and addressing activities that threaten the security and stability of the region, including threatening shipping lines, international trade, and oil installations in the GCC states.

To whom:

42. The Supreme Council affirmed its firm positions and decisions to support legitimacy in Yemen, represented by His Excellency President Abd Rabbuh Mansour Hadi, and his government, to end the Yemeni crisis and reach a political solution, in accordance with the terms of reference represented in the Gulf Initiative and its executive mechanism, the outcomes of the comprehensive National Dialogue Conference, and Security Council Resolution 2216 In a manner that preserves brotherly Yemen’s unity and integrity, respects its sovereignty and independence and rejects any interference in its internal affairs, he praised the continuous efforts made by the Sultanate of Oman in this regard, and also renewed his support for the efforts of the United Nations led by its Special Envoy to Yemen, Mr. Hans Grundberg, and the efforts of the US Special Envoy to Yemen Mr. Tim Lenderking, to reach a political solution according to those references.

43. The Council called on the parties to the Riyadh Agreement to complete the implementation of the remaining provisions of the agreement, to provide support to the Yemeni government to carry out its work, to create an atmosphere to support the Yemeni government in carrying out its work, and to launch the development wheel in the liberated areas, to achieve the aspirations of the brotherly Yemeni people and restore security and stability throughout Yemen And strengthening its ability to restore the authority of the Yemeni state and its institutions in all parts of brotherly Yemen, and to confirm that the implementation of the Riyadh Agreement is a guarantee of unifying the ranks of the various segments of the Yemeni people, preventing bloodshed and bridging the rift between its components, and supporting its march to restore its state, security and stability. The Supreme Council also welcomed the results of the Yemeni Gulf joint ministerial meeting held in Riyadh on September 16, 2021, stressing keenness to develop relations between them in all fields.

44. The Supreme Council condemned terrorist acts against civilians and civilian objects and political assassinations targeting Yemeni government officials; To strike security and stability in the temporary capital, Aden, and the liberated Yemeni governorates, and to confirm that these terrorist acts are directed at the legitimate Yemeni government and the brotherly Yemeni people with all its spectrums and political components.

45. The Supreme Council welcomed the statement issued by the five permanent members of the Security Council on November 10, 2021, and its condemnation of the Houthi attacks against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the affirmation of the necessity of de-escalation and its immediate cessation in Marib, and the call for engaging in real dialogue in order to reach a conclusion. A comprehensive political solution to end the crisis in Yemen and alleviate the human suffering of its people.

46. ​​The Supreme Council welcomed the inclusion by the UN Security Council of a number of leaders of the Iranian-backed terrorist Houthi militia on the sanctions list, for their direct threat to peace, security and stability in Yemen, hoping that this would contribute to putting an end to their actions and supporters and neutralizing their danger from the brotherly Yemeni people, neighboring countries and international navigation. .

47. The Supreme Council condemned the continued obstruction of the Iranian-backed Houthi militias from the arrival of the United Nations technical team to conduct inspection and maintenance of the floating oil tank (Safer) in the Red Sea off the coast of Hodeidah, which may cause a serious environmental, economic and humanitarian disaster whose effects go beyond Yemen; In the event that the Houthi militia continues to reject the international community’s appeals to allow the United Nations specialized technical team to access the tank.

48. The Supreme Council condemned Iran's continued interference in the internal affairs of the Republic of Yemen, and the smuggling of military experts and weapons to the Houthi militia, in clear violation of Security Council resolution 2216.

49. The Supreme Council praised the achievements made by the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Action through its field branches in the Yemeni governorates, the development projects implemented by the Saudi Program for the Development and Reconstruction of Yemen within the Yemeni governorates, and the humanitarian support provided by the Office for the Coordination of Relief and Humanitarian Aid provided by the Cooperation Council to the Republic of Yemen And the humanitarian and development aid provided by all GCC states to Yemen, noting the GCC states’ support for the United Nations Humanitarian Response Plan for Yemen for 2021, amounting to $1.67 billion, of which the GCC countries provided more than $670 million (Saudi Arabia $430 million, UAE The United Arab Emirates $230 million, the State of Kuwait $10 million), and he also praised the efforts of the Saudi project to clear mines (Masam) to clear the Yemeni lands of mines, which since its inception has managed to remove more than (291,000) thousand mines, ammunition and explosive devices randomly planted by the Houthi militia in the Yemeni governorates.

50. The Supreme Council praised the support provided by His Highness Sheikh / Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani - Emir of the State of Qatar "may God protect him", represented by His Highness' donation of $90 million to Yemen through the World Food Program.

Morocco, West, sunset:

51. The Supreme Council stressed the importance of the special strategic partnership between the Cooperation Council and the Kingdom of Morocco, the implementation of the joint action plan, and its firm positions and decisions in support of the Moroccan Sahara, and the preservation of the security and stability of the Kingdom of Morocco and its territorial integrity, praising Security Council Resolution 2602 issued on October 29, 2021 AD, regarding the Moroccan Sahara .

Jordan:

52. The Supreme Council stressed the importance of the special strategic partnership between the Cooperation Council and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and directed the intensification of efforts to implement the joint action plans that were agreed upon within the framework of the strategic partnership between the Cooperation Council and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Egypt:

53. The Supreme Council praised the results of the joint ministerial meeting between the Cooperation Council and the Arab Republic of Egypt, which was held in the city of Riyadh on December 12, 2021 AD, which will contribute to strengthening relations between them in all fields. The Supreme Council affirmed the support for the security and stability of the Arab Republic of Egypt, praising its efforts to enhance security Arab nationalism, security and peace in the region, combating extremism and terrorism and promoting development, prosperity and prosperity for the brotherly Egyptian people.

Iraq:

54. The Supreme Council affirmed its firm positions and decisions towards brotherly Iraq, and supported the existing efforts to combat terrorism and achieve security and stability in Iraq, stressing the importance of preserving the integrity and unity of Iraq’s territory, its full sovereignty, its Arab-Islamic identity, its social fabric and national unity, and its support for confronting terrorist groups and armed militias in order to consolidate the sovereignty of State and law enforcement.

55. The Supreme Council congratulated the Iraqi government on the success of the electoral process that took place on October 10, 2021, praising the efforts made by the Iraqi government and the High National Commission in the process of organizing the elections.

56. The Supreme Council praised the efforts made by the GCC states to enhance cooperation with brotherly Iraq in all fields, noting the steps taken to implement the joint action plan for the strategic dialogue between the Cooperation Council and the Republic of Iraq, the latest of which was the Gulf-Iraq joint ministerial meeting held in The city of Riyadh on September 16, 2021 AD, and keenness to develop relations between them in all fields.

57. The Supreme Council condemned the terrorist act that targeted the State of Mr. Mustafa Al-Kazemi, the Prime Minister of brotherly Iraq, on November 7, 2021 AD, and all the repeated terrorist operations against Iraq aimed at destabilizing security and stability in it.

58. The Supreme Council renewed its support for Security Council Resolution No. 2107 (2013 AD), regarding referring the file of prisoners and missing persons, Kuwaiti property and the National Archives to the United Nations Mission (UNAMI), and expressed its aspiration for Iraq to continue cooperation to ensure progress is achieved in these files, and called on Iraq and the United Nations to make efforts Maximum efforts in order to reach a solution towards these files, especially completing the demarcation of the maritime borders after mark 162.

Syria:

59. The Supreme Council affirmed its firm positions towards preserving the territorial integrity of the sisterly Syrian Arab Republic, respecting its independence and sovereignty over its lands, and rejecting regional interference in its internal affairs. He also affirmed his previous decisions regarding the Syrian crisis and the political solution based on the principles (Geneva 1), and Security Council Resolution No. 2254, expressing his hope that the meetings of the Constitutional Committee in Syria would result in a consensus that would be specific to the efforts made to reach a political solution to the Syrian crisis, reiterating its support for the efforts of the United Nations To take care of Syrian refugees and displaced persons, work for their safe return to their cities and villages, and reject any attempts to bring about demographic changes in Syria.

Lebanon:

60. The Supreme Council affirmed its firm solidarity with the brotherly Lebanese people to achieve everything that would preserve Lebanon's security and stability, and called on the Lebanese parties to assume the national responsibility to achieve security, stability and development. The Supreme Council also expressed its regret at the persistence of offensive statements towards the GCC countries and their peoples, which contradict With the depth of the brotherly historical relations between Lebanon and the GCC countries.

61. The Supreme Council denounced the holding of a press conference in Beirut, Lebanon, for a terrorist group with the support of the terrorist Hezbollah, which is a violation of the sovereignty and independence of states and interference in internal affairs, and contrary to the principles of international charters and international law, stressing the support of the Kingdom of Bahrain in all the measures it takes to preserve its security and stability.

62. The Supreme Council called on Lebanon to take all measures to ensure comprehensive reforms and combat corruption, to extend its control and sovereignty over all its institutions, and to prevent the terrorist Hezbollah from practicing its terrorist activities and embracing and supporting terrorist organizations and militias that destabilize security and stability in Arab countries to implement the agendas of regional countries. And the importance of strengthening the role of the Lebanese army and the need to limit arms to legitimate state institutions, stressing border control and taking measures to deter the continuation of drug smuggling through Lebanese exports towards Saudi Arabia and the GCC countries.

Libya:

63. The Supreme Council affirmed its firm positions and decisions regarding the Libyan crisis, reiterating the GCC states’ keenness to preserve the interests of the brotherly Libyan people, achieve security, stability and development in Libya, ensure its sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, stop interfering in its internal affairs, and exit all foreign forces and mercenaries from Libyan territory. Supporting efforts to counter the so-called (ISIS) terrorist organization, and supporting the efforts of the United Nations to reach a political solution.

64. The Supreme Council welcomed the efforts of the Libyan parties and the international and regional efforts to work to restore security and stability in Libya, and to hold presidential and parliamentary elections, which are scheduled to be held on December 24, 2021, noting the results of the Conference to Support the Stability of Libya, which was held on October 21, 2021 in the capital, Tripoli, and the ministerial meeting For the Neighboring Countries of Libya, which was held in the Republic of Algeria on August 31, 2021 AD.

Tunisia:

65. The Supreme Council welcomed the formation of the Tunisian government, and expressed its hope that this government would fulfill the aspirations of the brotherly Tunisian people in everything that would achieve prosperity and progress for them. It affirmed the support of the Cooperation Council with the Tunisian Republic in everything that would support its security and stability, and achieve a decent life for its brotherly people. and flourishing

Sudan:

66. The Supreme Council affirmed its firm stances towards the brotherly Republic of Sudan, and its continuous support to enhance its security and stability, and to achieve the aspirations of the brotherly Sudanese people and their legitimate hopes for stability, development and prosperity.

67. The Supreme Council welcomed the announcement of the signing of the political agreement to settle the crisis in Sudan issued on November 21, 2021, which was signed between the Chairman of the Sovereign Council and the Prime Minister, welcoming the agreement reached by the parties to the transitional phase in Sudan on the tasks of the next stage, restoring transitional institutions, and contributing To achieve the aspirations of the Sudanese people in a manner that preserves the political and economic gains, and protects the unity of the ranks among all Sudanese political components.

AlNahda dam:

68. The Supreme Council affirmed that the water security of the Republic of Sudan and the Arab Republic of Egypt is an integral part of the Arab national security, and rejected any action or measure affecting their rights in the Nile waters. He also affirmed his support for all endeavors that would contribute to resolving the Renaissance Dam file, taking into account the interests of all parties, and the importance of continuing negotiations to reach a fair and binding agreement, in accordance with international laws and standards.

Afghanistan:

69. The Supreme Council affirmed the GCC states’ keenness to restore security and stability in the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, and to reach a consensual political solution that takes into account the interests of all components of the Afghan people, in a way that achieves the aspirations of the brotherly Afghan people, benefits regional and international security and peace, and contributes to mobilizing international support To provide humanitarian aid to the Afghan people and improve economic conditions.

70. The Supreme Council condemned the terrorist operations against Afghanistan, which target innocent civilians and civilian facilities, stressing the cooperation of the Cooperation Council with Afghanistan to enhance security and stability in its territory. The Council also stressed the importance of ensuring that Afghan territory is not used by any international terrorist groups, or the exploitation of Afghan territory for the export of drugs.

71. The Supreme Council welcomed the initiative of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to call for an extraordinary meeting of the Ministerial Council of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation on December 19, 2021 AD to provide relief to the people of Afghanistan.

Strategic partnerships between the Gulf Cooperation Council and other countries and groups:

72. The Supreme Council directed to strengthen relations of cooperation, dialogue and partnership between the Gulf Cooperation Council, brotherly and friendly countries, and effective regional and international organizations, and to complete the implementation of joint action plans, and what was agreed upon in the working groups and joint committees formed for this purpose.

The Supreme Council extended its deep appreciation and gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, may God protect him, and to his rational government, and to the dear people of the Kingdom, for the generous hospitality and kindness, and the sincere feelings of brotherhood enjoyed by the meeting.

The Supreme Council welcomed the fact that its forty-third session will be chaired by the Sultanate of Oman, God willing.

Released in Riyadh

10 Jumada I 1443 AH corresponding to December 14, 2021 AD