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The Gulf Research Center (GRC) hosted a roundtable at its Riyadh office on February 2, 2025, featuring Dr. John Sfakianakis, Chief Economist at the GRC, who presented his book, The Economy of Saudi Arabia in the 21st Century. The discussion covered Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation, highlighting its opportunities and challenges.

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The Gulf Research Center (GRC) hosted a roundtable at its Riyadh office on February 2, 2025, featuring Dr. John Sfakianakis, Chief Economist at the GRC, who presented his book, The Economy of Saudi Arabia in the 21st Century. The discussion covered Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation, highlighting its opportunities and challenges.

The event brought together representatives & experts from the diplomatic community for an engaging exchange on Saudi Arabia’s evolving economic landscape.

Looking Forward: Outlines for Developing GCC-Latin America Cooperation

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Looking Forward: Outlines for Developing GCC-Latin America Cooperation

Looking Forward: Outlines for Developing GCC-Latin America Cooperation

Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC) had the pleasure of meeting His Excellency The Rt. Hon. Guido Crosetto, Minister of Defence of the Italian Republic

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during his visit to Jeddah on the occasion of the opening ceremony marking the arrival of the Italian Navy training vessel, Amerigo Vespucci, which docked at the Jeddah Yacht Club and Marina as part of its world tour

Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC) had the pleasure of meeting His Excellency The Rt. Hon. Guido Crosetto, Minister of Defence of the Italian Republic , during his visit to Jeddah on the occasion of the opening ceremony marking the arrival of the Italian Navy training vessel, Amerigo Vespucci, which docked at the Jeddah Yacht Club and Marina as part of its world tour

Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC), met with Mr. Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO of Fincantieri, and his delegation in Jeddah on the occasion of the visit of the Italian naval vessel Amerigo Vespucci.

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Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC), met with Mr. Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO of Fincantieri, and his delegation in Jeddah on the occasion of the visit of the Italian naval vessel Amerigo Vespucci.

Fincantieri is one of the world’s largest shipbuilders and is majority owned by the Italian government. During the meeting the discussions centered on areas of mutual interest, including maritime security, underwater capabilities, and opportunities for expanding presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The Gulf Research Center Foundation Brussels (GRCF-B) hosted today, on January 23, 2025, in its office, an informal discussion with diplomats of the GCC states stationed in Brussels.

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The session focused on presenting the work of the GRC and the GRCF-B as well as an overview of the status of GCC-EU Relations and its future outlook.

The session focused on presenting the work of the GRC and the GRCF-B as well as an overview of the status of GCC-EU Relations and its future outlook.

Highly Skilled Migration to Saudi Arabia: Labour Reforms and the Global Competition for Talents

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