Muscat:The Shura Council participated today in the 20th periodic meeting of Chairmen of the Shura, Representatives, National, and Ummah Councils in the GCC countries, held via video-conferencing.
According to Oman News Agency, the meeting underscored the importance of parliamentary diplomacy as a fundamental tributary to joint Gulf action, as well as its role in unifying visions, coordinating positions regarding regional and international issues, and enhancing the presence and influence of GCC countries in international parliamentary circles, thereby contributing to supporting their common interests.
On the sidelines of the meeting's proceedings, Sheikh Khalid Hilal Al Maawali, Chairman of the Shura Council, delivered a speech in which he emphasized the Sultanate of Oman's solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and with all GCC countries in the legitimate measures they take to protect their security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
He highlighted the necessity of cooperation and intensifying efforts in the fields of energy, transport, trade, food and pharmaceutical security, and enhancing supply chain resilience to serve the common interests of GCC countries, strengthen their capability to face crises, and contribute to building a more stable future for the region.
He explained that the Palestinian cause remains at the core of common concern, requiring continued efforts to end the occupation, stop Israeli aggression, and enable the Palestinian people to obtain their legitimate rights and establish their independent state in accordance with resolutions of international legitimacy. He also renewed support for a comprehensive political solution in the region that preserves the unity, sovereignty, and stability of GCC countries and fulfills the aspirations of their peoples.
The meeting discussed parliamentary coordination and Gulf recommendations, in addition to reviewing the outcomes of the Digital Economy Seminar and examining the results of Gulf-European parliamentary cooperation as well as cooperation with Latin American and Caribbean countries.
