SHEIKH MOHAMMED CALLS FOR A REGIONAL SECURITY FRAMEWORK AS QATAR LAUNCHES NEW DOMESTIC INVESTMENT PLATFORM
Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, has called for a stronger regional security framework involving Gulf states and Iran, saying the region cannot return to its previous security arrangements following the latest conflict.
Speaking at the Qatar Economic Forum: UNGA Special Edition 2026 in New York, Sheikh Mohammed linked regional diplomacy and economic stability, arguing that sustainable security requires stronger institutions, infrastructure and international partnerships.
GULF SECURITY AND IRAN
The Qatari premier said the Gulf needs a framework based on respect for sovereignty, with no state posing a threat to another.
He said discussions surrounding the current regional crisis would have to begin with security and de-escalation, before moving to issues including energy supplies, shipping routes and investment plans.
Sheikh Mohammed has also stressed the importance of maintaining communication channels and diplomatic engagement with regional and international partners as Gulf states assess the security consequences of the conflict.
His comments come as Gulf countries face continuing concerns over regional security and disruptions affecting energy and commercial shipping. The United States is also preparing discussions with Gulf leaders during the UN General Assembly over post-war strategy regarding Iran.
DIPLOMACY AND ECONOMIC RESILIENCE
The Prime Minister said Qatar’s experience during the crisis demonstrated the importance of preparing for shocks before they occur.
He pointed to Qatar’s financial system, infrastructure and businesses continuing to operate despite disruptions, saying the resilience reflected decades of investment in institutions and national infrastructure.
Qatar’s North Field expansion is also expected to reinforce the country’s position as a major energy supplier while supporting its broader economic diversification strategy.
QATAR LAUNCHES DOHA INVESTMENT
During the forum, Sheikh Mohammed announced the launch of Doha Investment, a new platform dedicated to managing and growing the Qatar Investment Authority’s domestic investment portfolio.
The platform is designed to strengthen the role of Qatar’s private sector, support established companies and emerging businesses, deepen domestic capital markets and attract international capital, technology and expertise.
The government says the initiative will also focus on stronger corporate governance and developing talent to make Qatari businesses more competitive and capable of expanding internationally.
MORE THAN $60 BILLION IN PROJECTS
Qatar also announced plans for approximately $38.5 billion in new infrastructure projects over the next five years, including public-private partnership projects.
A further $22.5 billion in private investment is expected across real estate and hospitality projects. Combined, the initiatives represent more than $60 billion in projects and investment opportunities.
The government says the objective is to combine public infrastructure development with private capital and international expertise while creating new opportunities for economic growth.
QATAR’S DUAL DIPLOMATIC AND ECONOMIC ROLE
Sheikh Mohammed said Qatar intends to remain a committed partner in mediation, a reliable energy supplier and a long-term investment partner.
His comments reflect Doha’s attempt to link its diplomatic role in regional crises with a broader economic strategy focused on resilience, diversification and attracting international investment.
As Gulf states reassess their security arrangements following the conflict with Iran, Qatar is positioning diplomacy, economic preparedness and international partnerships as central elements of its long-term strategy.
