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Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman attended a Council of Ministers session in Jeddah. During the session, the Crown Prince expressed gratitude to Gulf leaders for their contributions to the recent Gulf Consultative Summit.

Six members of the Gulf Cooperation Council met in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to discuss the aftermath of the Iran war. The council aims to restore confidence with neighboring nations. During a meeting on Tuesday, leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council in Saudi Arabia condemned attacks by Iran. The council stated that sustainable solutions must be found to address the social and economic needs of the population. The session included discussions regarding potential ceasefires and the management of ongoing conflicts. Iran is reportedly monitoring the developments of the meeting. The meeting aims to address stability and the continuation of regional security measures. The meeting included the Emir of Qatar, the Prince of Kuwait, the King of Bahrain, and the Foreign Minister of the United Arab Emirates.

The Saudi Electricity Regulatory Authority is incorporating artificial intelligence into its strategy to enhance environmental sustainability.

Leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) said the need for regional unity to address threats to maritime navigation and global trade. The leaders highlighted that these threats impact international shipping and economic stability. The GCC aims to maintain a unified front to counter potential disruptions in the region. The statement underscores the council's role in managing geopolitical risks to maritime security. Leaders at a high-level GCC summit in Jeddah called for the restoration of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The summit was chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Oman was absent from the emergency GCC summit held in Jeddah, according to reports. This follows the country's previous absence from a ministerial meeting held in Riyadh in March. The absence comes amid ongoing conflict involving Israel, the United States, and Iran.

Market analysts suggest OPEC+ is fracturing due to a political decision by the United States to break from Saudi Arabia. The move is expected to increase market competition. Analysts note that price pressures are mounting as a result of these geopolitical shifts.

Leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) convened for an extraordinary consultative summit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The discussions focused on regional tensions and recent aggression involving Iran and Jordan. GCC Secretary-General Jasem Al-Budaiwi stated that leaders are seeking a diplomatic path to resolve the crisis. Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi stated that leaders addressed tensions in the region, specifically regarding Iranian aggression against certain nations and Jordan. The summit is described as a consultative process to consolidate the bloc's stance. The summit aims to address shared interests and consolidate the GCC's stance on current regional matters. A statement from the leaders confirmed they will take all necessary measures to protect the sovereignty and stability of the council states.

The Esports World Cup Foundation has revealed expansion plans for its Club Partner Program to connect clubs, publishers, and fans. Faisal bin Hamran, the foundation's CEO, stated the program has attracted approximately 40 clubs from around the world in recent years. The initiative aims to drive broader commercial and regulatory horizons for the sector.

The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council issued a statement following a meeting in Jeddah. The statement said the direction of the GCC leaders to accelerate the completion of requirements for all joint Gulf projects.

The Saudi Chinese Women's Forum is scheduled to launch tomorrow at Princess Nourah University in Riyadh. The event follows a previous meeting held in Jeddah. A statement from the Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council noted the meeting was held in response to an invitation from King Salman bin Abdulaziz. The forum serves as an international platform for female leaders from Saudi Arabia and China to promote dialogue and knowledge exchange. The event aims to expand scientific cooperation and highlight the role of Saudi women in international cooperation. The Invest Saudi 2026 forum has launched in Riyadh to connect promising startups with investors and supporting entities. The event is organized in strategic partnership with the King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology. Government activities reportedly grew by 1.5 percent year-on-year.