Doha, February 04 (QNA) - HE Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi affirmed that the Arabian Gulf Security 4 joint tactical exercise for security agencies in the GCC countries, reinforces Gulf security integration and embodies the GCC states' unity and their shared destiny.

During his participation in the closing day of the exercise, Albudaiwi stated: "This fourth edition of the drill, conducted by the GCC Ministries of Interior with the participation of specialized units from the friendly United States of America, is of paramount importance in supporting the collective Gulf security framework."

HE the Secretary General added that the Arabian Gulf Security 4 exercise embodies the mutual commitment to developing security work mechanisms, exchanging expertise and best practices, as well as unifying efforts in confronting cross-border risks and threats. He pointed out that such exercises constitute a fundamental pillar for strengthening institutional integration and activating security cooperation avenues among member states.

The GCC Secretary-General commended the efforts of the Qatari Ministry of Interior in hosting and organizing this exercise, and the resources it provided that contributed to its success, as well as the efforts of the participating forces from the Ministries of Interior. He expressed his hope that the exercise would achieve its strategic objectives, fulfilling the aspirations of Their Majesties and Highnesses, the leaders of the GCC states, and ensuring sustained security and stability to the peoples of the GCC countries. (QNA)