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Oct 20, 2026 at 2:08 PM ET
Macron begins Qatar visit during Gulf tour
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French President Emmanuel Macron began a state visit to Qatar as part of a wider Gulf tour. His talks focus on energy security and regional stability and on strengthening France's and the EU's strategic ties with the region; Macron is seeking energy deals to help ease fuel prices in France amid cost-of-living protests at home.
WHO: French President Emmanuel Macron
WHAT: began a state visit to Qatar as part of a wider Gulf tour
WHEN: Oct 20, 2026
WHERE: Qatar
WHY: Macron is seeking energy deals with Gulf partners to help ease fuel prices in France.
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