The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has launched the pilot phase of its “one-stop” travel system between the UAE and Bahrain. This scheme is designed to allow GCC citizens to move between member states without repeating entry procedures. Officials said the system will be gradually rolled out across all GCC countries to streamline regional mobility. GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi also reported progress on defense cooperation, citing five joint military points, an intelligence center, enhanced air-force coordination, and an upgraded early-warning system. Regarding Schengen visa talks, Al Budaiwi said the exemption for GCC nationals remains dependent on European authorities, with no timeline yet set.
