Qatari Minister of State for Defense Affairs Khaled Al-Attiyah met on 22/2/2024 with the French Minister of the Armed Forces Sebastien Lecornu during an official visit to Paris.
The meeting included signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two countries for cooperation in the field of military-industrial investments.
Barzan Holdings is expected to be involved along with French defense companies.
The following note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:
- The military platforms covered by the MoU
- The role of Barzan Holdings
- The French defense companies expected to be involved
The note also highlights a defense system that was discussed between Al-Attiyah and Lecornu in favor of the Qatari Emiri Navy (QEN).