222
Beyond politics and energy supply: Role of sports in GCC-European cooperation
05 Mar 2024
The relationship between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Europe has undergone several phases and encountered numerous challenges.
This evolution began with the British occupation of the region and was further influenced by the presence of European companies following the discovery of oil. Diplomatic cooperation between Europe and the GCC has been primarily shaped by security concerns, arms trade, and energy supply, along with positions on Iran…