Manama:The State of Qatar participated in the 30th meeting of the Committee of Ministers of Transport and Communications of the GCC states, which took place in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The ministers discussed various issues and initiatives to enhance cooperation and deepen integration among the member states within the transport sector.

According to Qatar News Agency, key topics on the agenda included a study on improving logistics integration and the General Agreement on Linking GCC States to the GCC Railway Project. The ministers also reviewed findings from a study on the project's operational plan.

Additionally, the meeting addressed the Unified Law of International Land Transport between GCC states, exploring its executive regulations and implementation mechanisms. They also discussed an agreement to facilitate the movement of recreational marine craft among member states and considered the possibility of joining the Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR) jointly.

The committee analyzed challenges contributing to rising freight costs in the road and maritime transport sectors and evaluated proposed solutions. They also discussed progress on a GCC land transport strategy and the development of a risk register for the marine environment.

Further discussions involved the Green Corridors Initiative for ports among GCC states and the regulations for entry of conventional commercial vessels into member states' waters and ports. The ministers also examined unified requirements for licensing operators of marine craft not covered by international maritime conventions.

The meeting concluded with an assessment of various administrative, financial, and regulatory matters related to the Authority's operations, alongside recommendations and decisions considered appropriate.