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Qatar receives second corvette from Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri

The ships are at least 107 meters long and 14.70 wide with the ability to carry 112 persons on board and hold one NH90 helicopter. Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has delivered…

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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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Politics

Qatar, UK commit to enhancing defence relationship

British and Qatari officials have committed to strengthening both countries’ defence relationship during the 12 Squadron headquarters opening. Qatar and the United Kingdom on Wednesday discussed ways to strengthen the…

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US Space Force deploys first ever squadron to Qatar

First group of ‘Spacemen’ sworn in at the Al Udeid air base. The recently-formed United States Space Force has deployed a squadron of 20 airmen to the Khor Al Udeid…

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DIMDEX 2022: How Qatar expanded its navy significantly

The Gulf state has major defence deals with its international partners, including the US, Italy, Turkey and France. The seventh annual Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition & Conference (DIMDEX) has…

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What the Russian invasion of Ukraine means for small states

Putin’s invocation of a narrative of mythical ‘ancient lands’ may become part of the playbook of any renewed era of great power competition and rivalry. All six Gulf monarchies voted in…

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Qatar and NATO envoys hold bilateral meeting in Brussels

Ties between the Gulf state and the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) have continued to strengthen over the years. Qatar’s envoy to the European Union and NATO, Abdulaziz bin Ahmed…

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US Congress to boost security cooperation with Qatar

Analysts believe the development is a natural consequence to Qatar’s diplomatic efforts in pursuing peace and security in Afghanistan. The US Congress issued a statement on Tuesday calling legislators to…

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News

US official says Washington to look into Qatar’s F-35 request

The Israeli government has opposed Qatar’s purchase of the US warplanes, while the UAE has struck a deal for the fighter-jets. The US envoy for Arabian Peninsula Affairs said on…

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