Balancing mediation, economic transformation, and diplomacy

Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, discusses Qatar's pivotal role in global diplomacy, and his strategic vision driving his nation's economic growth and international role. Prime Minister Al Thani outlines Qatar's foreign policy, explaining how mediation efforts, both regionally and globally, contribute to national security and stability. He also covers Qatar's investments in education and highlights the country's Vision 2030, aiming to transform Qatar’s economy and strengthen its national champion companies. This session was moderated by Jared Cohen, president of Global Affairs and co-head of the Goldman Sachs Global Institute, on October 30, 2025. 

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