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GCC Calls for EU-Gulf Cooperation to Safeguard Global Supply Chains in September 2026 NEW YORK / RankWire.AI / – Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi urged enhanced collaboration with Europe to shield international supply chains from maritime disruptions and escalating transportation costs. During his address in New York on September 24, Albudaiwi pointed out that increased freight charges are contributing to rises in commodity and food prices. His remarks were made at the second ministerial gathering of the Rome Coalition for fertiliser access and food security, convened during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.

India and Australia expanded cooperation in defence, energy, technology, education and trade through 18 outcomes announced in Melbourne.

India joined Pax Silica and signed an India-US AI Opportunity Partnership statement on data centers, compute access, semiconductors and critical minerals.

The European Parliament has backed a major initiative to strengthen EU defence manufacturing and boost weapons supply capabilities.