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GCC-LATAM Webinar Series

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GCC-Latin America Research Program Webinar Series

A collaborative webinar series organized by the Gulf Research Center (GRC) with prominent think tanks based in Latin America. The series aims to foster meaningful dialogues, enhance understanding, and explore opportunities for cooperation between Latin America and the GCC.

01

Looking Forward: Outlines for Developing GCC-Latin America Cooperation

Issues: Status of Relations, Priorities, Development of Cooperation
Questions:
  • What is the view from both the GCC and Latin American states in terms of moving forward and developing cooperation?
  • What are key priority areas to focus on in enhancing bilateral and multilateral relations?
  • How can one ensure that the current momentum can be sustained and strengthened over time?
  • January 29, 2025, 7:30 PM KSA
02

Enhancing GCC-Latin America Trade and Investment Partnership

Issues: Economic Diversification, Business Partnerships, Joint Ventures, Investment Opportunities, Labor Systems

Questions: 

  • What is the current status of the GCC-Latin America trade and investment partnership?
  • What are current trends that are impacting economic ties?
  • Can the idea of a GCC-MERCOSUR Free Trade Agreement be explored?
  • What are the primary areas that could be complementary for both sides in terms of trade and investment?
  • How can investment opportunities be capitalized on, and how can challenges be addressed?
  • How can labor systems and mechanisms be developed for stronger cooperation between the GCC and Latin America?
  • How can the GCC and Latin America establish a platform for economic cooperation to explore new investment opportunities?

 

03

Food Security in GCC-Latin America Relations

Issues: Agricultural Innovation, Climate Change, Supply Chains, Sustainable Practices, Regional Cooperation, Global Food Markets

Questions:

  • How can Latin America and the GCC collaborate to address food security challenges?
  • What role does agricultural innovation play in strengthening food security between the two regions?
  • How can both regions adapt to the impacts of climate change on food production?
  • What are the opportunities to improve food supply chains and sustainability practices?
  • How can the GCC and Latin America work together to mitigate global food market disruptions?
  • What joint initiatives can be created to promote long-term food security for both regions?
04

Geopolitical Challenges and Regional Stability

Issues: Geopolitical challenges, regional stability, international politics, multilateral diplomacy, security cooperation, global power dynamics, external pressures

Questions:

  • What common geopolitical challenges do Latin American countries and the GCC face in today’s global landscape?
  • How can both regions collaborate on maintaining regional stability amidst external pressures?
  • What are the implications of global power dynamics (e.g., U.S.-China rivalry, Middle East conflicts) on Latin American and GCC countries?
  • How can security cooperation between Latin America and the GCC be strengthened to address common threats?

 

05

Energy and Sustainable Development

Issues: Renewable energy, sustainability, environmental conservation, green energy solutions, energy transitions, innovation, strategic partnerships, energy efficiency
Questions:

  • What opportunities exist for collaboration in renewable energy (e.g., solar, wind, hydrogen) between Latin America and the GCC?
  • How can both regions share best practices for sustainable development and energy efficiency?
  • What are the lessons learned from energy transitions in both regions, and how can they be applied to future projects?
  • How can both regions collaborate on research and development for cleaner, more efficient energy solutions?

 

06

Organized Crime in the GCC and Latin America: Growing Challenges and New Threats

Issues: Organized crime, governance, socio-economic impacts, law enforcement, intelligence sharing, capacity building, public safety, development

Questions:

  • What are the socio-economic impacts of organized crime in the GCC and Latin America?
  • How can the GCC and Latin America work together to address organized crime through joint law enforcement efforts?
  • What are the best practices in intelligence sharing and capacity building to combat organized crime?
  • How do organized crime networks affect governance, development, and public safety in both regions?
 

 

07

Education, Tourism & Culture

Issues: People-to-people relations, higher education, tourism sector, cultural exchange, historic ties, research partnerships, vocational training, cultural investment
Questions:

  • How can student mobility between Latin America and the GCC be enhanced?
  • How can awareness about suitable programs for which the GCC countries are eligible be increased to create broader participation?
  • What types of research partnerships can be envisioned between the two regions?
  • What other types of programs, such as vocational training, can be pursued to foster collaboration?
  • What are the ancient historical ties that link Latin America and the GCC?
  • How can investment in the tourism sector between the two regions be developed?
  • What is the current status of cultural ties between Latin America and the GCC?