In a powerful show of regional unity and diplomatic drive, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, welcomed top parliamentary leaders from across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to Abu Dhabi for high-level discussions aimed at strengthening inter-Gulf collaboration. With the Middle East facing escalating tensions and urgent calls for stability, this gathering couldn’t have come at a more pivotal moment.
The delegation, led by Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the UAE’s Federal National Council, included prominent figures such as Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Al Sheikh of Saudi Arabia, Sheikh Khalid Al Maawali of Oman, and leaders from Bahrain, Qatar, and the GCC Secretariat. Hosted in the capital’s heart, the talks focused on deepening cooperation across key fields—security, governance, and legislative harmonization—all with an eye on regional integration and resilience.
The discussions also addressed the escalating developments in the Middle East, with Sheikh Abdullah stressing the importance of united Gulf leadership in promoting peace, stability, and strategic coordination. From conflict zones to economic partnerships, the delegation explored how Gulf parliaments can play a proactive role in supporting both national interests and regional diplomacy.
Sheikh Abdullah emphasized that unity among GCC states is not just an ideal—but an imperative, especially in times when global uncertainty looms large. Legislative bodies were acknowledged not just as policy shapers, but as bridges between governments and citizens—vital for promoting public understanding and regional cohesion.
Also in attendance were Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi, Secretary-General of the GCC, and other senior officials who reiterated the need for joint action and collective voice to counter common threats and seize shared opportunities. With strategic dialogue and brotherly cooperation at its core, this meeting in Abu Dhabi stood as a testament to the GCC’s enduring spirit and vision for a unified Gulf future.
This isn’t just diplomacy—it’s Gulf synergy in action.
