CENTRAL ASIAN COUNTRIES AND THE GULF COOPERATION COUNCIL: SYNERGY OF STRATEGIC POTENTIALS
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This research article explores the potential synergy between the potential synergy between the strategic strengths of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and the five Central Asian countries—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. It examines the prospects for a deeper regional partnership by analyzing the political, economic, and social dimensions of their interactions to pinpoint crucial factors that enable robust and enduring cooperation. The study underscores the critical need to bolster political and strategic ties between these regions, highlighting the pivotal role of dialogue and partnership in unlocking transformative opportunities across various domains. Furthermore, the article accentuates the historical and symbolic importance of the GCC-Central Asia summit and the strategic significance of Uzbekistan as a central hub in this dialogue.