Sheikh Mohammed arrives in Riyadh for GCC summit

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Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz welcomed the ruler of Dubai as he arrived in Riyadh for the 40th GCC summit.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, will lead the UAE delegation as the gulf leaders focus on the regional and international political developments.

This year's summit, which will be held in Riyadh's Al Daraya Palace, will also touch upon trade and security co-operation.

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