Doha, October 19: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani on Monday inaugurated the eighth edition of the Global Security Forum 2026 in Doha, held under the theme “Future of Alliances”. The three-day forum brings together senior officials and prominent figures from more than 100 countries to discuss the future of alliances and collective security.

This year’s forum takes place at a critical juncture for international security, as established alliances and international institutions face mounting pressure from geopolitical tensions, regional conflicts and shifting global partnerships.

The forum provides a platform for senior decision-makers to exchange views, assess emerging security challenges and explore practical ways to strengthen international cooperation.

Discussions will also focus on the challenges facing international institutions, the growing influence of emerging powers and non-state actors, and the future of multilateral cooperation and collective security. The role of diplomacy, dialogue and mediation in strengthening regional and global security will also be highlighted.

The inauguration was attended by HE Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs, and HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), along with a number of ministers and senior officials.