GCC and Thailand sign MoU to boost bilateral cooperation

Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, and Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, signed a memorandum of understanding between the GCC Secretariat and Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, in Bangkok.

The MoU aims to strengthen friendship and cooperation between the two sides, develop frameworks for dialogue and joint coordination, and elevate Gulf-Thai relations to broader levels of partnership across various fields of mutual interest.

The GCC Secretary-General stated that the signing marks an important step toward building an institutional partnership based on dialogue, understanding, and the exchange of expertise, as well as exploring new opportunities for cooperation to serve shared interests and achieve the aspirations of both parties.

He noted that the MoU includes provisions for consultation and coordination on political and economic issues of mutual concern, as well as enhancing cultural cooperation and people-to-people exchanges. It also allows for expanding cooperation in the future and developing a joint action plan to translate understandings into practical initiatives and programs.

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The Secretary-General concluded by emphasizing the importance of building on this step to strengthen the Gulf-Thai partnership, intensify communication and coordination at all levels, and support mutual interests, contributing to greater stability, prosperity, and sustainable development for both sides.