Doha, January 21 (QNA) - The Qatar Satellite Company, Es'hailSat, and the Qatar Armed Forces (QAF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to provide QAF with satellite communication services, ground infrastructure, and secure, flexible network solutions to support sovereign and operational requirements for government and military entities.

In its press release on Wednesday, Es'hailSat said that this MoU comes in recognition of QAF's role in protecting national security, supporting defense capabilities, and ensuring operational readiness under all circumstances, adding that it stems from the belief in the importance of satellite communications as a key element in supporting command and control, field connectivity, and operational continuity, especially in challenging environments and emergencies.

The company noted that both parties are looking to strengthen frameworks for joint cooperation and exchange of technical and technological expertise to serve the national and strategic interests of both QAF and Es'hailSat and build upon their shared interest in cooperation in this field.

Es'hailSat provides satellite, broadcast, teleport and managed services from Doha, Qatar and brings to this relationship more than 15 years of being in the business of catering to broadcasters, telecommunication companies, enterprises, mobility applications and governments across the Middle East and North Africa. Es'hailSat's two satellites at 25.5/26 East together with our 50,000 sqm Tier-4 certified teleport facility provides reliable and robust connectivity services.

For their part, QAF continue to play a vital role in protecting national security, supporting defense capabilities, and ensuring a high level of operational readiness under all circumstances.

Through the Qatar Amiri Signal Corps, the Armed Forces oversee and maintain secure, sovereign, and resilient communications systems that underpin command, control, and mission continuity across the defense sector. Their work includes advancing field operations support, delivering technical and operational expertise, and enabling sustainable communications in both routine and emergency environments. The Qatar Armed Forces also prioritize crisis management communications, ensuring continuity of operations during exceptional or urgent situations.

Commenting on this, Es'hailSat President and CEO Ali Ahmed Al Kuwari said, "Es'hailSat is delighted to enter into this enhanced partnership with Qatar Armed Forces that brings the experience and industry knowledge of Es'hailSat to complement the unique sovereign role of Qatar Armed Forces in protecting national security, supporting defense capabilities and ensuring operational readiness under all circumstances."

Al Kuwari added, "Es'hailSat acknowledges the needs of Qatar Armed Forces for sovereign ground station infrastructure, field operations support, and ensuring readiness during emergencies to maintain continuity, which will also lead to future development and capacity building."

This agreement underscores the significant role of Es'hailSat in remaining committed to QAF's future development and capacity building, investing in modern technologies and strengthening national capabilities in secure communications to enhance the State of Qatar's long-term resilience. (QNA)