NATO deepens security cooperation with Gulf Countries through the launch of flagship projects

BLUF

New flagship projects have been launched by NATO with Gulf partners to enhance maritime security, strengthen counter-uncrewed aerial systems capabilities, improve CBRN defence and counter-terrorism cooperation, and reinforce regional resilience under the Istanbul Cooperation Initiative.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand NATO’s evolving security cooperation framework with Gulf partners.
• Examine the role of multinational initiatives in strengthening maritime security capabilities.