The 16th edition of Milipol Qatar, a leading international event dedicated to homeland security and civil defence in the Middle East, ended on a high note, following three days of activities at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), which brought together official delegations, security agencies and industry from across the Gulf, the wider Middle East and beyond.

It was organised by the Ministry of Interior of the State of Qatar in partnership with international exhibition organiser Comexposium.

According to the organisers, 96 deals worth QR820 million ($220 million) were signed at the region’s key homeland security event.  

At the closing press conference, Major General Nasser bin Fahad Al Thani, Chairman of the Milipol Qatar Committee, said the expo brought together more than 270 local and international exhibitors and welcomed over 16,000 visitors, up 10% over the previous edition. 

He stressed the importance of closer collaboration among security institutions, the private sector and technology providers, as well as stronger international co-operation in addressing evolving security challenges, many of which are shared across the region. 

He highlighted the contribution of the Doha International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Security, which provided a platform for discussions on trust, governance, sovereignty and the responsible use of technology.

This edition featured the Al Nokhba Physical Challenge Championship, aimed at promoting physical fitness, discipline and the spirit of challenge, he added.

Karen Galstyan, Security Business Unit Director and Milipol Exhibitions Director at Comexposium, highlighted the expo’s role in fostering professional connections and strengthening partnerships among exhibitors, decision-makers and government entities.

He described the partnership that launched Milipol Qatar three decades ago as a successful model of international security cooperation.

"Milipol Qatar began as a bold idea between two countries. This week, I watched that idea grow stronger than ever. A French brand and a Qatari ministry, thirty years on, still working side by side, and still raising the bar every time. When we return to Doha, the 17th edition will build on everything we have achieved here," he added.

The next edition will be held from October 31 to November 2, 2028.-TradeArabia News Service