Keywords
Horn of Africa
West Asia
Foreign Policy
Geopolitical
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Abstract
Qatar has sought to enhance its global significance by concentrating on specialized fields such as humanitarian aid, mediation, peacekeeping, and maritime logistics. This strategy could yield benefits in terms of public visibility with minimal political cost, and Qatar views the Horn of Africa (HOA) as an opportunity to demonstrate its abilities as an international player. This paper examines the geopolitical implications of Qatar’s policy towards the Horn of Africa, highlighting its strategic goals, the nature of its interactions, and the wider effects on regional stability and Gulf-African relations. It also provides an overview of the various strategies and soft power, Qatar has employed to expand its influence in the region, such as its economic investments, diplomatic engagements, which seeks to promote Qatar’s economic and political interests at the expense of its traditional allies and partners in the region. It also examines the responses of Gulf and Horn countries to Qatar’s expanding presence, evaluating the implications for security, development, and regional integration.
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