H.E. Zeenat Kureshi Becomes First Indian Woman Appointed as GCC-India Trade Commissioner in Luxury Diplomacy.
Appointment
In August 2025, Indian actor, producer, and investor H.E. Zeenat Kureshi made history by becoming the first Indian woman to be appointed as the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-India Trade Commissioner under the Global Chamber of Commerce, strengthening luxury diplomacy and fostering premium economic ties.
- H.E. Zeenat Kureshi is the first and only Indian woman to represent a GCC-India diplomatic trade body, marking a pioneering achievement in international trade relations and women’s representation in high-level economic diplomacy.
- As the GCC-India Trade Commissioner, she will focus on enhancing bilateral relations between India and GCC nations, particularly in high-value sectors, through strategic trade and cultural partnerships.
- Her work will center on building robust links between India’s premium industries—such as fashion, jewelry, fine arts, hospitality, and luxury real estate—and the GCC’s rapidly expanding luxury markets.
Main Point :- (i) The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is a political and economic alliance established in 1981, comprising Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It promotes economic integration, political coordination, and trade collaboration among member states.
(ii) This appointment is a milestone in “luxury diplomacy,” a niche field that combines cultural prestige with economic value, enabling India to position its premium brands and artisans in lucrative Gulf markets.
(iii) Her leadership is expected to pave the way for new trade agreements, investment opportunities, and joint ventures that can strengthen India’s economic footprint in the GCC, benefiting both regions in the luxury and high-end sectors.
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