The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host on Saturday in Riyadh the 27th session of the Supreme Council of the member countries of the Arab Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). This summit meeting is convened following the silver jubilee anniversary of the GCC States, which was celebrated on May 25, 2006. Their Majesties and Their Highnesses - the leaders of the Council countries, will continue discussions at the 27th session, on means of enhancing cooperation and coordination in various fields including economic, political, security, social and educational spheres. The session will focus on the GCC leaders' directives and guidance to continue the march of welfare and development witnessed by the GCC States and the establishment and consolidation of the bases of the GCC entity and ways of strengthening foundations for achieving the ambitions and aspirations of its citizens through the process of deepening cooperation and constant endeavors. The march of the GCC countries' cooperation achieved over twenty-five years, the continual growth in their achievements in various fields for the benefits of their citizens were the outcome of the blessings of Allah almighty and the tenacity and determination of Their Majesties and Their Highnesses - the leaders of the Council, according to a report of the Saudi Press Agency. The GCC is made up of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar,
