Doha, October 20, 2026 : HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani inaugurated the 8th Global Security Forum 2026 in Doha on Monday, bringing together senior officials and dignitaries from more than 100 countries to discuss the future of international alliances and collective security.
Held under the theme “The Future of Alliances,” the forum takes place amid growing geopolitical tensions, regional conflicts and shifts in global partnerships that are placing pressure on established alliances and international institutions.
The forum provides a platform for decision-makers to exchange perspectives on emerging security challenges and explore ways to strengthen international cooperation.
Discussions also focus on the pressures facing international institutions, the growing influence of emerging powers and non-state actors, and the future of multilateral cooperation and collective security. The forum highlights the role of diplomacy, dialogue and mediation in supporting regional and global security.
The opening ceremony was attended by HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani, HE Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, as well as several other ministers and officials.
Source: QNA
