(CNN)—A post by Anwar Gargash, the political affairs advisor to UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, gained traction among activists on social media, addressing the role of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

Gargash posted on his X platform (formerly Twitter) account, saying: 'The Gulf Cooperation Council was established to enhance the security and stability of its member states, and today, elevating the collective cooperation of the Council has become an urgent necessity. The current performance, no matter how modest it may seem, should be a catalyst to strengthen the Council's role and develop its effectiveness towards our common security, and it should not cement acceptance of the status quo.'

What is the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)?

The Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, known as the GCC, is a regional organization comprising six Arab states bordering the Gulf: Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain.

Established on May 25, 1981, the Council aims to enhance cooperation and integration among member states in various fields. According to its official website, its goals include achieving 'political and security integration' through information exchange and security and political coordination to address common challenges.

The GCC consists of several main bodies that contribute to achieving its objectives: the Supreme Council, composed of heads of member states and the highest authority; the Ministerial Council, composed of foreign ministers of member states, which holds periodic meetings to monitor implementation of decisions; and the Secretariat General, the administrative body that manages the Council's work and coordinates among the various entities.