King Charles III to host emir of Qatar on UK state visit

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani embarks on a state visit to the UK, aiming to secure a trade deal with the Gulf states, including a state banquet at Buckingham Palace and talks with Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The visit comes as the UK government seeks to boost the economy through a free trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council, with potential economic benefits of £1.6 billion. The visit will also include discussions on the Middle East, with Qatar playing a key role as a mediator, despite criticism over its human rights record.

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