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Qatar joins GCC talks on unified strategic food and medicine reserves

Published: 13 Oct 2026 - 08:15 am | Last Updated: 13 Oct 2026 - 08:16 am
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Doha, Qatar: Qatar has participated in GCC discussions on establishing a unified strategic storage system for food, medicines and other essential supplies, as part of efforts to strengthen regional integration and enhance food security.

The meeting of undersecretaries of ministries responsible for agriculture and food security, along with senior officials from GCC member states, was held via videoconference to discuss the establishment of regional strategic storage zones for food, medicines and other essential needs. Qatar was represented at the meeting by Undersecretary of the Ministry of Municipality H E Ali bin Mohammed Al Ali (pictured).

The discussions form part of broader GCC efforts to enhance cooperation among member states and develop a more efficient and sustainable strategic reserve system capable of supporting regional food security and meeting essential needs for future generations.