LONDON: Kuwait’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia stressed the importance of the upcoming 41st Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit in light of developments in the region. There is a “fraternal and positive atmosphere” among GCC leaders “which reflects the spirit of responsibility and sincere belief in the importance of strengthening Gulf solidarity in facing common challenges and establishing peace and stability for the benefit” of the council, Sheikh Ali Al-Khaled Al-Sabah said. Sheikh Ali added that “the Gulf faces major economic, development and political issues and challenges,” and that GCC leaders will discuss all of these issues and challenges with one vision that stems from their belief in a common destiny and their keenness to preserve the interests of the region’s countries and their peoples.