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GRC Leadership Meets German Bundestag Member to Discuss Regional Developments
On February 8, 2026, Dr. Ahmed Sager, Vice President of the Gulf Research Center (GRC), and Prof. Saleh AlKhathlan, Senior Advisor at the GRC, received Mr. Alexander Radwan, Member of the German Bundestag and member of both the Finance Committee and the Committee on Foreign Affairs, at the Center’s headquarters in Riyadh.
The meeting focused on areas of mutual interest and included an exchange of views on current regional developments and their broader political and economic implications. Discussions highlighted the importance of sustained dialogue between research institutions and legislative bodies in fostering mutual understanding and supporting informed policymaking.
The meeting reflects the GRC’s continued commitment to strengthening engagement with international parliamentary representatives and contributing to constructive dialogue on regional and global issues.
GRC Founder and Chairman Meets Delegation of French Think Tank Experts in Riyadh
On February 4, 2026, Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Founder and Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC), received a delegation of directors and experts from several French think tanks at the GRC office in Riyadh.
During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on recent regional developments and explored areas of mutual interest, including prospects for enhanced research collaboration and policy dialogue. The discussion underscored the importance of sustained engagement between research institutions in promoting knowledge exchange and supporting informed analysis of regional and international issues.
The meeting reflects the GRC’s continued commitment to strengthening partnerships with international research organizations and fostering constructive dialogue on matters of shared concern.
GRC Founder and Chairman Meets Korean Academic Delegation to Discuss Future Cooperation
On February 2, 2026, Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, Founder and Chairman of the Gulf Research Center (GRC), received Dr. Gi Yeon Koo, Professor at the Seoul National University Asia Center, and Dr. Ikran Eum, Professor at Dankook University, along with an accompanying delegation from the West Asia Center, at the GRC office in Riyadh.
During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on areas of mutual interest, with discussions focusing on prospects for academic collaboration, joint research initiatives, and opportunities to strengthen institutional partnerships between the GRC and Korean academic institutions.
The meeting underscored the importance of international academic engagement and knowledge exchange in advancing research cooperation and promoting deeper understanding of regional and global developments.
GRC Founder and Chairman Meets EU Delegation Officials in Riyadh
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.
GRC Founder and Chairman Participates in Saudi Media Forum Session on Think Tanks and Media Content
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.
GRC Founder and Chairman Meets Kazakh Ambassador to Saudi Arabia in Riyadh
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.
