Defence Affairs Archives

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Qatar-France take on defence ties during French military official’s visit to Doha

France was among the countries that took part in maintaining the security of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Qatar and France discussed the enhancement of defence ties on…

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Qatar launches ‘Al Fulk’ warfare vessel in Italy

Rome is among Doha’s key international defence partners. Qatar took part in the launching ceremony of the ‘Al Fulk’ warship in Italy’s Palermo shipyard on Wednesday. In a statement on…

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US armed forces to support Qatar defence during World Cup

The Gulf state has partnered with other countries in an effort to secure the sporting event. Qatar and the US’ defence ministries are set to cooperate on technical arrangements during…

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US centcom commander ‘confident’ in Qatar’s security capabilities during World Cup

The Gulf state hosts the Al-Udeid Airbase, the largest American military post in the Middle East. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) expressed its confidence in Qatar’s security capabilities during the…

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Qatar’s spending on military soars by 434%

Overall global military expenditure concluded that the world’s spending passed $2 trillion for the first time. Qatar’s military spending reached $11.6 billion last year, making it one of the top…

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Qatar and NATO discuss joint defence cooperation

Meetings between officials from Doha and the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) come as their ties continue to strengthen. Qatar’s Ministry of Defence (MOD) and NATO are discussing ways to…

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