kuwait city: Kuwaiti political analysts have highlighted the significance of the upcoming 45th Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit, scheduled to be held in Kuwait on December 1. This summit comes at a crucial time amid regional and international developments affecting political, economic, and security dimensions. According to Qatar News Agency, the summit presents a timely opportunity for the GCC countries to address and discuss these challenges that impact the region as a whole. The summit aims to enhance integration and partnership among member states, aligning with the aspirations of the Gulf peoples. Dr. Faisal Abu Sulaib, a political analyst and professor at Kuwait University, emphasized that the summit occurs against a backdrop of significant regional and international variables, including the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine. Key topics expected to be prioritized include coordinating Gulf positions on regional issues in the Palestinian territories and Lebanon, regional unrest, and economic mat ters such as fluctuating oil prices. The summit is also seen as a continuation of previous efforts, such as the 44th GCC Summit in Doha, which achieved notable progress in GCC coordination with international blocs. Dr. Abu Sulaib highlighted the role of Qatar in mediating efforts to resolve the Gaza conflict, stressing Kuwait's hopes for outcomes that align with GCC goals and address current threats. Kuwaiti journalist and political analyst Dahem Al Qahtani stressed Kuwait's commitment to organizing a successful summit, in close collaboration with the GCC General Secretariat, especially in light of ongoing regional tensions. He anticipates that the summit will affirm roles aimed at reducing tensions and address security and economic integration amid current international circumstances. Al Qahtani also praised Qatar's presidency of the previous summit for strengthening GCC positions and enhancing relations with global political and economic blocs. He noted the Gulf peoples' anticipation for further regional cooperation and integration, particularly in employment and mobility. Kuwaiti political analyst Rasheed Al Fa'am echoed the importance of the summit, citing it as crucial given the current regional and international changes. He expressed confidence in the GCC leaders' ability to make decisions serving Gulf peoples' interests and enhancing stability. Al Fa'am highlighted the GCC's history of taking unified stances on regional events and expressed optimism that the summit would continue this tradition, resulting in decisions that promote development and prosperity for the Gulf region.