China-GCC Ties

Abstract

The diplomatic relations between the Gulf Cooperation Council and China have been fraught with ups and downs over time. China has had longstanding ties with the Gulf States. They've had a nice relationship for quite some time.  Similarly, they engage in mutually beneficial commercial interactions that allow them to prosper financially. Aside from oil and gas, the relationship between the two regions includes additional components. The oil and gas sector can help to explain their happy relationship. Both of these regions have long-standing friendly commercial relation. China's robust manufacturing industry enables it to export a significant portion of its products to a variety of countries. China regards the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) as one of its primary markets. In terms of production, they consider the Chinese consumer population as a target market. China has significant research and development business that seeks to understand the wishes and needs of consumers in other countries. This is another factor to consider given China's strong industrial base.