Qatar: A Strong Mediator and Its Strategic Role in the Middle East

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The Foreign Policy Institute (FPI) of the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) is honored to host Majed Al-Ansari, spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry of Qatar and advisor to Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, for a discussion entitled "Qatar: A Strong Mediator and its Strategic Role in the Middle East".

Qatar has ascended to a significant position within the turbulent geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. Endowed with vast natural gas reserves, the once-desert nation has leveraged its newfound wealth to establish itself as a crucial actor in regional affairs.

Qatar's strategic deployment of resources has transcended mere economic influence, propelling it towards a distinctive role as a mediator in seemingly intractable conflicts. From facilitating dialogue between disparate factions in a war-torn land to brokering fragile truces amongst historical adversaries, Qatar's adept diplomatic maneuvering has earned it both plaudits and scrutiny.

Join FPI Senior Fellow Hafed Al-Ghwell as he engages Al-Ansari in an insightful conversation on Qatar's strategic maneuvers amidst regional discord, its balancing act between diverse alliances, and its pivotal role as a bridge between Washington and the region.

This event will also be live-streamed via YouTube.