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GCC member states, Russia discuss cooperation, Ukraine crisis
Riyadh: Foreign ministers from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states and Russia met in Riyadh on Monday for the GCC-Russia Joint Ministerial Meeting for Strategic Dialogue, during which they discussed GCC-Russia relations…
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Jaishankar says India supports Israel-Palestine ceasefire ‘as soon as possible’
Riyadh: Describing the current situation in Gaza as India’s “foremost concern”, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday said that New Delhi supports a ceasefire “as soon as possible” in the region,…
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Schengen-style unified visa to boost Gulf tourism on the cards
Jeddah: In a move to further boost economic growth of the region, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are likely to launch a Unified Gulf visa similar to Schengen-style visa for tourists,…
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Iraq, GCC discuss ways to strengthen ties
Baghdad: Iraq discussed with the visiting Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) the ways to strengthen bilateral relations in various fields. During a meeting with the GCC Chief Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi,…
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Lebanese PM reaffirms commitment to restore ties with GCC nations
Beirut: Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to restoring normal ties with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Lebanon would “take all necessary measures” to enhance cooperation with Saudi…