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The Gulf Research Center (GRC) and EEAS launched the first EU-Saudi Foresight Dialogue in Riyadh on September 30, 2026.
The Gulf Research Center (GRC), together with the European External Action Service (EEAS), launched the first-ever EU-Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Foresight Dialogue in Riyadh on September 30, 2026.
The Gulf Research Center (GRC), together with the European External Action Service (EEAS), launched the first-ever EU-Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Foresight Dialogue in Riyadh on September 30, 2026.
Opening remarks were delivered by Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Founder and Chairman of the GRC; H.E. Luigi Di Maio, European Union Special Representative for the Gulf Region; Dr. Khalid Alsubaie, Assistant Director General for European Affairs and Director of the Western Europe Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Mr. Mathieu Briens, Director for Gulf Countries, Directorate-General for the Middle East, North Africa and the Gulf, European Commission; and Dr. Yaser Faquih, Chief Economist, Ministry of Economy and Planning, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
he opening remarks reflected the growing EU-Saudi partnership and the upcoming #EU-#GCC Summit in Riyadh, against the backdrop of evolving regional and global dynamics. The discussion highlighted opportunities to further strengthen dialogue and cooperation across areas of shared interest.