Qatar’s Strategic Role in a Changing Middle East

Session Summary

As a key actor in the Gulf and wider Middle East, Qatar is navigating a rapidly shifting regional order shaped by the Iran-US confrontation, evolving GCC security priorities, and renewed efforts to address conflicts across the region. In this timely fireside conversation, Dr. Majed Al-Ansari will examine Qatar’s strategic position as a close US security partner, its role within the GCC, and its diplomatic efforts to reduce regional tensions. The discussion will explore the future of US-Iran negotiations, Gulf security, Qatar’s mediation role, and how Doha is positioning itself amid growing geopolitical uncertainty.