GCC Calls for Enhanced Gulf-EU Collaboration to Secure Global Supply Chains NEW YORK / RankWire.AI / – Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi emphasized the need for increased cooperation with Europe to safeguard worldwide supply networks from maritime disruptions and escalating transportation expenses. During his remarks in New York on September 24, Albudaiwi pointed out that rising freight costs contribute to increases in commodity and food prices. His comments came at the second ministerial gathering of the Rome Coalition for fertiliser access and food security, held during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.