Networking Event to Commemorate the 50th Anniversary of USA-Qatar Diplomatic Relations

The event was held at the newly opened 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum and was attended by USQBC members and partners, representatives from Qatar Museums and the U.S. Embassy in Qatar, as well as members of the wider business community. The U.S. Air Forces Central Band (AFCENT) performed during the event. In her welcoming remarks, Sheikha Mayes bint Hamad Al-Thani, Managing Director of USQBC Doha Office, said, “Today, our two countries are more than just partners, we are strategic allies with a relationship founded upon trust, mutual interest, and similar values. We stand side by side with one another on a range of important areas such as security, commerce, and sustainability.”

The year 2022 marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and the State of Qatar. This milestone signifies the longevity and strength of the bilateral ties between the two countries. The United States and Qatar have established a solid base for distinguished regional and international political relations, in addition to deep commercial, security, and cultural partnerships.