GCC Flashcards
1
Q
When was the GCC founded?
A
1981
2
Q
What regional issues led to the creation of the GCC?
A
The newly revolutionized Iran and the was between Iran and Iraq
3
Q
Who were the founding members of the GCC?
A
Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates
4
Q
What does Khaleeji mean? In what context was this used to describe the GCC?
A
it means Gulf, it was used to refer to the sense of “gulf” identity the members of the GCC had
5
Q
When did Bahrain get independence and became a nation state?
A
1971
6
Q
When did UEA get independence and became a nation state?
A
1971
7
Q
When did Saudi Arabia get independence and became a nation state?
A
1932
