Diplomatic Meeting: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and Deputy Prime Minister, met with Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, GCC Secretary General, to discuss enhancing Gulf initiatives.
Focus on Strengthening Initiatives: The officials explored ways to align Gulf initiatives with GCC leaders' directives and address regional expectations.
Review of Efforts: Minister Sheikh Abdullah reviewed the GCC secretariat’s regional and international strategies and its collaboration with member states.
Abu Dhabi, September 3, 2024 – In a significant diplomatic engagement today, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and Deputy Prime Minister, welcomed Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, the Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The meeting, held in Abu Dhabi, focused on advancing key Gulf initiatives and strengthening regional cooperation in line with the directives from GCC leaders.
During their discussion, Sheikh Abdullah and Secretary General Albudaiwi addressed a range of topics aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and impact of Gulf initiatives. They explored ways to align these initiatives with the overarching goals of the GCC, ensuring that they meet the expectations of the member states and their citizens.
The dialogue also included a comprehensive review of the GCC secretariat’s ongoing regional and international efforts. Minister Sheikh Abdullah examined the strategies employed by the secretariat and its collaborative activities with member states, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation and strategic alignment to address regional and global challenges effectively.
This high-level meeting underscores the UAE’s commitment to fostering robust and cohesive regional partnerships within the GCC framework, as well as enhancing the organization’s role in addressing both regional and international issues.