Qatari Mediation Diplomacy … Opportunities and Challenges
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https://doi.org/10.35516/Hum.2025.7476Keywords:
Qatar, soft power, preventing diplomacy, mediation, good offices, Qatari foreign policyAbstract
Objective: The study aims to explore the development of the concept of mediation diplomacy and highlight Qatar’s role in employing mediation diplomacy to resolve regional conflicts.
Methods: The study utilized the historical approach to review the evolution of states and historical events, as well as the descriptive-analytical approach to describe inter-state relations and interpret prevailing circumstances. Additionally, the inductive-realistic approach was employed to analyze the political landscape and derive objective scientific results that could improve the political performance of states.
Results: The findings revealed the success of Qatar’s diplomatic efforts in managing international crises, strengthening regional relations, facilitating negotiations with conflicting parties, achieving shared regional interests, building economic partnerships, and securing global energy markets.
Conclusions: The study concluded that Qatar has successfully established itself as a key player in the Middle East, the Arab region, and the world. This achievement is attributed to Qatar’s effective foreign policy and its influence on regional and global issues, coupled with active soft diplomacy that enables it to impact conflicting parties. These efforts have positively reflected on Qatar’s global standing and the Arab region, enhancing Qatar's acceptance on the international stage.
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