Gulf Cooperation Council

American  

noun

1. an association of Persian Gulf nations formed for the purpose of collective defense against aggression. GCC

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Example Sentences

"We emphasize the necessity of involving the GCC countries in any talks or agreements to resolve this crisis, in a way that contributes to strengthening their security and stability," Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary General Jasem AlBudaiwi said in a televised speech, adding that Iran had been asking vessels to pay sums of money to cross the Strait of Hormuz.

From Barron's

In a Sunday joint statement, the foreign ministers of the U.K. and members of the Gulf Cooperation Council said GCC states “have the right to take all necessary measures to defend their security and stability and protect territories, citizens and residents.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Since the conflict began, Mr. Modi has spoken with Mr. Netanyahu, as well as with the leaders of each of the six members of the Gulf Cooperation Council.

From The Wall Street Journal

India’s goods trade with the Gulf Cooperation Council countries in 2024 was more than $180 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal

As the Gulf Cooperation Council countries have sought to reduce their dependence on oil and gas exports, they have built up energy-intensive industries like data centers and aluminum smelters.

From The Wall Street Journal