On February 4, 2026, Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Founder and Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC), received Ms. Irina Gusacenko, Deputy Head of the European Union Delegation to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, along with Ms. Leonetta Pajer, Deputy Head of Unit for GCC Strategic Cooperation on Investment Promotion and Financial Instruments at the European Commission’s Directorate-General for the Middle East, North Africa and the Gulf (DG MENA), at the GRC office in Riyadh.
During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on areas of mutual interest and discussed key regional developments, with particular attention to opportunities for enhanced cooperation in economic engagement, research dialogue, and strategic partnerships between Gulf and European institutions.
The meeting highlighted the importance of continued engagement between research centers and international policy institutions in fostering informed dialogue, strengthening cross-regional understanding, and supporting collaborative initiatives on issues of shared concern.
On February 3, 2026, Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Founder and Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC), and H.E. Dr. Fahad Al-Arabi Al-Harthi, Founder and Chairman of the Asbar Center for Studies and Research, took part in a session titled “Think Tanks and Their Role in Enhancing Media Content” during the Saudi Media Forum in Riyadh.
The session was moderated by Ms. Maysoun Abubaker, television presenter and podcast host at MBC Group, and brought together experts to discuss the growing intersection between research institutions and media platforms.
Discussions focused on the strategies adopted by media institutions to maintain credibility, strengthen public trust, and build sustainable relationships with audiences. Participants emphasized the role of think tanks in providing data-driven analysis, supporting fact-based reporting, and enriching media narratives with informed perspectives.
The session underscored the importance of collaboration between research centers and media organizations in promoting transparency, informed public discourse, and high-quality content in an evolving media landscape.
On February 2, 2026, Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Founder and Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC), received H.E. Mr. Madiyar Menilbekov, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, at the GRC office in Riyadh.
During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on recent regional developments and discussed areas of mutual interest, including opportunities for dialogue and potential avenues of cooperation between research and diplomatic institutions. The conversation highlighted the importance of sustained engagement and knowledge exchange in supporting informed perspectives on regional and international affairs.
The meeting reflects the GRC’s continued commitment to strengthening its international partnerships and fostering constructive dialogue with diplomatic missions on issues of shared concern.
Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Founder and Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC), received Sir Paul Dujardin, Advisor on European Affairs at the Cabinet of the Flemish Minister for Welfare, Poverty Reduction, and Culture, along with his accompanying delegates, at the GRC office in Riyadh.
During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on areas of mutual interest and explored prospects for cooperation in fields related to research, cultural exchange, and policy dialogue. Discussions emphasized the importance of strengthening institutional engagement and fostering collaborative initiatives that support knowledge sharing and mutual understanding.
The meeting reflects the GRC’s continued commitment to expanding its international partnerships and promoting constructive dialogue with European institutions on issues of shared concern.
Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Founder and Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC), received H.E. Ms. Liselotte Kjærsgaard Plesner, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Denmark to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, at the GRC office in Riyadh.
During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on areas of mutual interest and discussed recent regional developments, highlighting the importance of continued dialogue and cooperation between research institutions and diplomatic missions. The discussion also touched on opportunities for strengthening engagement and promoting knowledge exchange on issues of shared concern.
The meeting reflects the GRC’s ongoing commitment to fostering constructive international partnerships and contributing to informed policy dialogue on regional and global affairs.
Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Founder and Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC), received H.E. Mr. Javier Carbajosa Sánchez, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, alongside Ambassador Miguel José Moro Aguilar, Director General of Casa Árabe, at the GRC office in Riyadh.
The meeting provided an opportunity for both sides to exchange views on areas of mutual interest, explore avenues for strengthening cooperation, and discuss recent regional developments. Discussions highlighted the importance of sustained dialogue between research institutions and diplomatic and cultural organizations in promoting mutual understanding and collaborative initiatives.
The meeting reflects the GRC’s continued commitment to expanding its international partnerships and contributing to informed dialogue on regional and global affairs.
