EU and GCC to strengthen relations at leaders' summit in Riyadh
The European Union hopes to deepen security and energy relations with Gulf countries at the second leaders' summit in Riyadh next month. Since the start of the Iran war on February 28, Europe has cast itself as a solid ally to the Gulf , despite being unable to match superior US military capabilities. “In the current geopolitical context, there is an opportunity for deeper and more ambitious…
The European Union and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations plan to enhance their relationship during a leaders' summit in Riyadh next month. Since the Iran war began on February 28, Europe has positioned itself as a steadfast ally to the Gulf region, despite lacking the United States' military might. European Council President Antonio Costa has emphasized the potential for deeper and more ambitious EU-GCC partnerships, citing geographical proximity, historical ties, and shared challenges as key factors.
The summit aims to foster cooperation in areas such as peace and security, connectivity, trade, economic collaboration, energy, and mobility. Recent escalations in the Houthi-Saudi conflict, including attacks on Saudi airports that killed three people, have intensified calls for increased EU support. France, the UK, Turkey, and Pakistan have already pledged military assistance to Saudi Arabia.
The EU's participation in the Riyadh summit is expected to demonstrate its commitment to the Gulf states amid regional instability.
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