The constitution of the GCC requires the organization to provide "the means for realizing co-ordination, integration and co-operation" in economic, social and cultural affairs. Specifically, the GCC aims:
- to achieve co-ordination, integration and close ties leading to unity between the member states
- to deepen the ties, relations and all aspects of co-operation between the peoples of the region
- to adopt similar systems and laws in economics and financial affairs; commercial, customs and transportation affairs; education and cultural affairs; social and health affairs; communication, informational, political, legislative and administrative affairs
- to encourage progress in the sciences and technologies involved in industry, mining, agriculture, water and animal resources, and to establish scientific research centers and to undertake joint projects
