Bader Hood Al Mahmood, Undersecretary for Ports and Maritime Affairs at the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, chaired the 31st meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council Transport Undersecretaries Committee.
The meeting was attended by Fatima Abdulla Al Dhaen, Undersecretary for Land Transport and Post at the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, transport undersecretaries from GCC states and representatives of the GCC General Secretariat.
Undersecretary Al Mahmood emphasised the importance of strengthening Gulf coordination and integration in transport and logistics. He noted that regional and global challenges require continued joint efforts to develop a more flexible and prepared Gulf transport system, ensuring sustainable supply chains, supporting economic growth and strengthening connectivity among GCC states.
He added that the current phase requires greater integration and effectiveness in joint Gulf action, turning discussions and visions into practical decisions and tangible results. This would strengthen the resilience of GCC economies, improve the competitiveness of the transport and logistics sectors, and reinforce the GCC’s position as an integrated global logistics hub.
The meeting discussed several agenda items, including enhancing logistics integration among GCC states, developing land transport regulations, maritime navigation and transport, facilitating maritime traffic, and addressing supply chain challenges and rising shipping costs.
It also reviewed initiatives to support sustainability and preparedness in the transport sector, including the Green Corridors for Ports initiative and the Gulf Green Mobility Forum.
Last Updated Date: 27-10-2026
