The 16th edition of Milipol Qatar 2026 opened on Tuesday at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), bringing together over 270 local and international exhibitors to showcase the latest advancements in homeland security and safety. The event, held under the patronage of Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, runs until October 22 and includes a broad range of security systems, technologies, and innovative solutions designed to address evolving security challenges.
Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, attended the opening ceremony, which also featured the Doha International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Security. This conference highlighted the growing integration of artificial intelligence in security operations, including its applications in threat detection, situational awareness, and operational efficiency. Representatives from multiple countries, including ministers of interior, justice, security, along with senior military and police officials, participated in the event, underscoring its international significance.
Kuwait’s Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior, Major General Abdulwahab Al-Wuhaib, attended on behalf of First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah. Al-Wuhaib emphasized the importance of the exhibition as a platform for exchanging expertise and strengthening security cooperation between Kuwait and Qatar, particularly in adopting advanced technologies to enhance internal security and preparedness. During the event, he toured the exhibition alongside Qatari officials, viewing a wide range of security solutions and innovations.
On the sidelines of Milipol Qatar 2026, Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad met with counterparts including Lebanon’s Minister of Interior and Municipalities Ahmad Al Hajjar, Uzbekistan’s Commander of the National Guard Bakhodir Tashmatov, and France’s Minister Delegate to the Ministry of the Interior Jean-Didier Berger. Discussions focused on developing bilateral security ties and cooperation. Notably, Qatar and France signed an action plan extending their strategic partnership in security cooperation for the 2027-2030 period, aiming to deepen coordination, exchange expertise, and expand collaborative efforts.
Qatar Chamber, also participating in the event, highlighted Milipol Qatar’s role in reinforcing the country’s position as a hub for specialised security exhibitions and advancing economic opportunities related to security technologies. Chairman Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim Al Thani praised the show’s progress over the years, noting its ability to foster partnerships between Qatari private-sector companies and international firms, facilitate technology transfer, and contribute to national expertise development aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030. The Chamber’s pavilion promoted investment opportunities and provided information on Qatar’s business environment.
The event continues to offer an important forum for governments, security agencies, industry specialists, and technology providers to engage in dialogue and explore advanced solutions to meet the demands of modern security landscapes. Milipol Qatar 2026 underscores the region’s ongoing commitment to enhancing homeland security through innovation, cooperation, and strategic partnerships.