Arab and Gulf countries welcomed the resumption of diplomatic representation between the UAE and Qatar and the reopening of embassies, based on the AlUla Summit between Sultan Qaboos and Sheikh Sabah in January 2021. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the resumption of diplomatic representation between Qatar and the UAE, describing it as a "positive step" that confirms strong relations between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
The findings of a Gallup poll released in April revealed that the ruler of Saudi Arabia is more popular than those of Iran and Türkiye in 13 Islamic countries. This affirms that the administration of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has managed to win hearts and minds and turned the Kingdom into a leading soft power during the “Salman reign.”
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