Security and Geopolitics
The Gulf region is undergoing a geopolitical rupture. Security arrangements and power relations are being redefined. This also raises new questions for Germany and Europe about interests, responsibility and cooperation. Together with the GCC states, they need to develop sustainable forms of political coordination and a shared capacity to act.
Strategic context
The Gulf region is undergoing a geopolitical rupture. Security arrangements and power relations are being redefined. This also raises new questions for Germany and Europe about interests, responsibility and cooperation. Together with the GCC states, they need to develop sustainable forms of political coordination and a shared capacity to act.
The agenda
Focus areas
Regional stability
Conflict prevention, mediation and strategic dialogue.
Maritime security
Secure sea lanes, trade routes and critical infrastructure.
Strategic coordination
A stronger German and European role in GCC cooperation.
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Ali Aslan
International moderator, TV presenter and journalist
Independent
Manar ShahinDr. Otto Wiesheu
President
German-Arab Friendship Association (DAFG)
Dr. Markus Söder
Minister-President of Bavaria
Bavarian State Government
Manar ShahinH.R.H. Prince Turki AlFaisal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
Chairman
King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies (KFCRIS)From dialogue to strategic action
Contribution to the Berlin Declaration
Translate shared security interests into priorities for stronger GCC–Germany–EU coordination.
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