Gulf Cooperation Council

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is made up of six countries located on the Arabian Peninsula. Established on May 25, 1981, it aims to enhance economic integration and cooperation among its members. The member states are identified by their six white vertical stripes on a red background. They symbolize unity, peace and prosperity in the region. The sign in the center represents how strongly the member countries cooperate with one another. The emblem takes the shape of a traditional Arab sailboat as a reflection of maritime trading's importance in the region.