based al-Yaum highlighted the strong bonds linking the member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The paper noted that the GCC states have successfully confronted Arab, regional and international challenges despite all obstacles. The visit of Qatari Emir to the Kingdom later today embodies the strong and deep-rooted relations that link the GCC states, said the paper, noting that the visit aims at forging coordination with the Kingdom under the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz." At the same time, the visit also reflects the important role that may be played by the Kingdom at the gulf, regional and international arenas". The Saudi relations with all fraternal countries are not based on political or economic opportunism, said the daily, hoping that the Gulf nations will remain united for confronting the challenges. -- More
