In a landmark decision during the 46th GCC Summit in Bahrain on December 3, 2025, member states unanimously approved the creation of a Gulf-wide civil aviation authority. The new regulatory body will be headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, marking a significant step toward regional integration. This strategic move aims to streamline aviation operations across the Gulf Cooperation Council nations while enhancing regulatory coherence and operational efficiency. The initiative aligns with the Summit’s broader objectives of strengthening ties between Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain through improved connectivity and collaborative governance. Concurrently, leaders endorsed a comprehensive framework for the GCC Railway project, targeting full operational connectivity between all six nations by 2026. This rail network promises to revolutionize regional travel by significantly reducing transit times and facilitating cross-border mobility. The summit also highlighted progress on the ‘one-stop’ travel system, currently in pilot phase between UAE and Bahrain, which consolidates immigration, customs, and security checks at single checkpoints. This system, when fully implemented, will eliminate redundant inspections and create seamless travel experiences for Gulf citizens. These developments represent the most substantial infrastructure integration efforts in the GCC’s history, potentially transforming economic and social exchanges across the Arabian Peninsula.