Doha, October 19 (QNA) - HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani inaugurated the 8th Global Security Forum 2026 on Monday.

Convened under the title "The Future of Alliances", the forum brings together high-ranking officials and dignitaries from over 100 nations to explore the future of alliances and collective security.

This year's event takes place at a time when international security is at a pivotal juncture, with established alliances and international institutions facing mounting pressure from geopolitical tensions, regional conflicts, and shifts in global partnerships.

The forum provides a space for decision-makers to share viewpoints, take stock of emerging security challenges, and explore avenues for reinforcing international cooperation.

In addition, the forum addresses pressures on international institutions, the growing influence of rising powers and non-state actors, and the future of multilateral cooperation and collective security, while underscoring the pivotal role of diplomacy, dialogue, and mediation in strengthening 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 and HE Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, alongside several ministers and officials. (QNA)