![GCC Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi and German official Niels Annen met at the Munich Security Conference to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance cooperation on regional and global security.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ec4e0a_e91eb33c1fcd46af9042aa8bac002367~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_98,h_96,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_avif,quality_auto/ec4e0a_e91eb33c1fcd46af9042aa8bac002367~mv2.png)
Munich, February 15, 2025 – Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi held a high-level meeting with Niels Annen, Parliamentary State Secretary to the German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, on Friday during the 61st Munich Security Conference (MSC).
The discussions centered on strengthening the longstanding bilateral relations between the GCC and Germany, with a focus on expanding cooperation across multiple sectors to advance mutual interests and contribute to regional and global security and stability. Both officials emphasized the importance of fostering closer ties and reinforcing their strategic partnership through continuous dialogue and constructive engagement.
During the meeting, Secretary-General Albudaiwi and State Secretary Annen exchanged perspectives on key regional developments and emerging challenges, reaffirming their commitment to enhanced coordination and collaboration in addressing pressing international issues.
The dialogue between the GCC and Germany at the MSC underscores a shared vision for deeper diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation, further solidifying the foundation for a more resilient and prosperous partnership.