Manama: As part of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s presidency of the 46th session of the Gulf Cooperation Council for 2026, Dana Imad Hamzah, Assistant Undersecretary for Sustainable Development at the Ministry of Sustainable Development, chaired the 14th meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council Sustainable Development Working Group (2016-2030), held via video conference. The meeting discussed shared priorities related to the Sustainable Development Goals, reviewed efforts to align national plans with the United Nations 2030 Agenda, and exchanged best practices and successful experiences, including means to enhance joint cooperation in sustainable development.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the meeting emphasized the importance of collaboration among GCC countries to achieve sustainable development objectives. The participants focused on strategies to effectively implement national and regional plans in line with global sustainability targets. The session served as a platform for countries to share insights and strategies to overcome challenges in sustainable development efforts.
The meeting also highlighted the role of innovation and technology in advancing sustainability initiatives within the region. Participants agreed on the need for continuous dialogue and cooperation to ensure the successful implementation of sustainable development strategies across the Gulf Cooperation Council member states.