Cairo, Dec 5, SPA -- Egyptian Minister of Endowments Dr Mahmoud Zakzouk has expressed optimism over the success of the forthcoming Islamic Summit, due to start its deliberations in Makkah on Wednesday. In a statement to The Saudi Press Agency, Dr Zakzouk highlighted the significant role being played by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in unifying Muslim ranks and serving Muslim causes. He noted that the Kingdom has earned a political influence not only at the level of the Arab region, but also at the international level.--SPAssss1051 Local Time 0751 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/307900