HE the GCCSG Receives the Ambassador of Japan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

His Excellency Mr Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), received His Excellency Mr Yasunari Morino, Ambassador of Japan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, today, Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the headquarters of the General Secretariat in Riyadh.

During the meeting, several topics of common interest were discussed, and the relations between the GCC and Japan were reviewed, along with ways to develop and enhance them to serve mutual interests.

Also discussed were the preparations for His Excellency the GCC Secretary General’s visit to Japan during the current week, a review of the latest developments in the free trade agreement negotiations between the two sides, and a follow-up on the joint action plan for the period 2024-2028, which represents a roadmap for bolstering the strategic partnership between the GCC countries and Japan.

In addition, the latest updates at the regional and international levels were discussed, and views were exchanged regarding them.