{
  "id": 15809729,
  "title": "Amir hosts official dinner banquet for French President",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/amir-hosts-official-dinner-banquet-for-french-president",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-20T21:32:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/21/10/2026/amir-hosts-official-dinner-banquet-for-french-president"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Doha - The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, hosted an official dinner banquet at Lusail Palace in honor of French President Emmanuel Macron and his delegation. HH the Amir warmly welcomed the President, underscoring the strong partnership between Qatar and France and the importance of this visit in deepening cooperation across various sectors.\n\nExpressing appreciation for the spirit of cordiality and mutual understanding evident throughout the visit, HH the Amir conveyed his confidence that this relationship, founded on respect and shared values, would continue to thrive, benefiting both nations and their peoples while promoting international stability, security, and peace.\n\nIn response, President Macron thanked HH the Amir, acknowledging the partnership and aligned visions between their countries. He highlighted the regular high-level exchanges, reflecting a dynamic and active coordination between France and Qatar.\n\nThe President also praised the economic partnership, particularly in technology, energy, and industry, and reaffirmed his commitment to the \"One Planet\" Sovereign Wealth Funds initiative, aimed at fostering investment in future sectors.\n\nThe banquet was attended by HH the Amir's consort, Sheikha Jowaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al-Thani, as well as HH Personal Representative Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani, HH Sheikhs Abdullah bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Mohammed bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Mohammed bin Khalifa Al-Thani, and HH Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani. It also welcomed the Speaker of the Shura Council, Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, along with a host of sheikhs, ministers, dignitaries, senior state officials, and business leaders.",
  "summary": "<p>Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, hosted an official dinner banquet today at Lusail Palace in honor of President of the French Republic HE Emmanuel Macron, and his accompanying delegation.</p> <p>During the function, HH the Amir delivered a speech welcoming HE the French President, His Highness also emphasized the depth of the partnership between the two nations and the…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/bahrain-king-and-french-president-discuss-bilateral-ties-regional",
        "published": "2026-10-20T17:18:35.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Doha News",
        "title": "French President Macron arrives in Doha for talks with Qatar’s Amir",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/french-president-macron-arrives-in-doha-for-talks-with-qatars-amir",
        "published": "2026-10-20T18:14:21.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}