Qatar signs general agreement to connect GCC countries with railways
<p>Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar, within the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC), signed the General Agreement to Connect Countries of the Cooperation Council for Arab States of the Gulf Through the Railway Project, in Manama, today.</p> <p>This came on the sidelines of the 30th Meeting of the Ministers of Transport of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the…
Qatar has joined the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC) in signing a General Agreement to connect member countries through a railway project. The agreement was signed in Manama, Bahrain, during the 30th Meeting of the GCC Transport Ministers. The aim of the railway project is to overcome obstacles and ensure technical and operational integration of the Gulf railway network, with each country within the project having defined responsibilities.
The agreement also outlines a timeline for execution and operation, as well as standardizing technical and operational criteria, safety requirements, and interoperability among the railway networks of the member states. The signing of the agreement is seen as a strategic step toward enhancing Gulf integration and developing a regional transportation ecosystem, reflecting the commitment of the GCC countries to strengthening their historic ties and consolidating joint cooperation in vital industries.
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