The General Secretary of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, welcomed the GCC Railways Authority’s Director General, Eng. Mohammad Al Shabrami, at the General Secretariat’s Riyadh headquarters for a pivotal discussion.
At this encounter, the Director General provided a detailed update on the recent milestones, current statuses, and the strides taken toward the railway project that is set to link the GCC countries. He also shared insights into the strategic planning for the near future, highlighting the concerted actions aimed at propelling the project forward.
Albudaiwi reiterated the collective ambition of the GCC states to finalize the railway network as per the established schedule. He acknowledged the vigorous efforts being put forth to surmount any impediments, underscoring the project’s significance. Notably, the railway is expected to bolster intra-regional trade, enhance mobility for citizens and residents across GCC countries, and spur joint investments, thereby fostering economic unification within the bloc.
Furthermore, Albudaiwi underscored that the railway endeavor is anticipated to be a transformative advancement in the GCC’s collaborative efforts, fulfilling the common aspirations of its member states’ populations.