Macron calls for extreme caution in Gulf, secures critical gas deal in Qatar state visit
French president concludes his state visit by reinforcing the strategic partnership with Qatar. He declares his Gulf tour objectives achieved after securing a crucial gas deal with Qatar as he seeks to lower tensions over living costs in France.
On Wednesday, French President Emmanuel Macron visited Qatar for a two-day state visit. During his stay, he emphasized the fragile security situation in the Gulf region and urged "extreme caution" to avoid escalating tensions that could reignite conflict. The visits came after France and Qatar secured a critical gas deal, with Macron announcing that France had secured an agreement for two terawatt-hours of liquefied natural gas (LNG) per month to cover its winter needs, helping to lower fuel and transport costs and reduce energy price pressures.
The French president also secured a gas agreement with Qatar, which will contribute to lowering fuel and transport costs, "reducing pressure on prices from November" and "avoiding difficulties." Macron praised France's strong relationship with Qatar, describing them as "partners in trust who helped the security and stability" of the region.
Additionally, France and Qatar discussed ways to secure the transit of ships through the blocked Strait of Hormuz, aiming to diversify infrastructure and reduce dependence on the strategic waterway.
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