Military cooperation is a major component of Qatari-British relations. The Qatari peninsula is strategic for Britain’s regional posture, and Doha views the British military as a reliable security provider, dedicated to safeguarding the flow of maritime trade.
The Typhoon deal and the subsequent establishment of two joint Qatari-British air squadrons have opened a new chapter in bilateral relations. Given the changing dynamics in the Gulf and London’s growing demand for Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG), Qatari-British military relations will likely grow in the years to come.
Our 1618-word (4 pages) special report takes the pulse of Qatari-British relations by analyzing their defense cooperation framework, recent arms sales, and operational engagements such as joint training, force posture, and intelligence sharing.
