Key Meeting: Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, GCC Secretary-General, and Sergey Kozlov, Russian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, met in Riyadh to prepare for the 7th annual Strategic Dialogue between GCC and Russian foreign ministers on September 9.
Dialogue Focus: The upcoming Strategic Dialogue will address mutual interests and critical regional and international issues, aiming to strengthen Gulf-Russian relations through continued coordination and consultation.
Strategic Importance: The meeting highlights the GCC and Russia's commitment to enhancing bilateral relations and exploring new collaborative opportunities in various strategic areas.
Riyadh, September 6, 2024 — Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), held an important meeting today with Sergey Kozlov, the Russian Federation’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, in Riyadh. The discussion primarily focused on the preparations for the 7th annual Strategic Dialogue between the foreign ministers of the GCC and Russia, set to take place on September 9 at the GCC General Secretariat.
Albudaiwi emphasized the significance of the upcoming meeting as a testament to the shared commitment of both the Gulf nations and Russia to foster ongoing coordination and enhance bilateral relations. He noted that the dialogue represents a mutual desire to continually strengthen ties and address a range of issues pertinent to both parties.
The agenda for this year’s Strategic Dialogue will cover several critical areas of mutual interest. Albudaiwi highlighted that the meeting would address key topics aimed at advancing cooperative efforts between the GCC and Russia. Additionally, the dialogue will tackle pressing regional and international issues, reflecting the broader scope of strategic interests and collaborative goals.
This strategic engagement underscores the GCC's dedication to deepening its relationship with Russia, with a focus on developing actionable strategies and exploring new avenues for collaboration. The forthcoming discussions are anticipated to play a crucial role in shaping future diplomatic and economic interactions between the two regions.