The three-day exhibition brings together international security companies and officials, with Qatar and France signing a new security cooperation plan.
The 16th edition of Milipol Qatar opened at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) on Tuesday, bringing together more than 270 local and international companies showcasing the latest technologies, law enforcement authorities, security agencies and industry representatives to exchange expertise and explore partnerships as security challenges continue to evolve.
Held under the patronage of Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the exhibition runs from 20 to 22 October, featuring seven international pavilions across 23,000 square metres of exhibition space.
Qatar’s Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani, attended the opening and toured the exhibition alongside senior officials.
Minister of State for Interior Affairs Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Faisal bin Mohammed Al Thani also toured the exhibition, where he was briefed on the latest security technologies, products and systems presented by participating companies.
Organised by Qatar’s Ministry of Interior, Milipol Qatar has been held every two years since 1996, serving as a platform for security agencies, government officials and international companies to explore emerging technologies and strengthen cooperation.
Qatar and France sign security cooperation plan
On the sidelines of the exhibition, Qatar and France signed a three-year action plan for security cooperation covering 2027 to 2030, with Sheikh Khalifa witnessing the signing between the two countries’ interior ministries.
The agreement aims to strengthen cooperation in several areas, including organised crime, drug trafficking, counterterrorism, international event security and civil protection.
“It is an old partnership, which we have just renewed with the signing of this triennial plan of action between us, which I have just signed with my Qatari counterpart,” Jean-Didier Berger, Minister Delegate to the French Minister of Interior told Doha News.
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The minister delegate highlighted the longstanding security relationship between Qatar and France and the importance of expanding cooperation to address evolving security challenges.
“This partnership has enabled us to make progress in absolutely all areas.”
The agreement provides a framework for continued coordination between the two countries over the coming years.
Barzan Holdings showcases 12 new products
Meanwhile, Qatar-based Barzan Holdings is showcasing 12 new products at Milipol Qatar 2026, including autonomous systems, security platforms and a new weapon developed by its manufacturing arm.
Among the technologies on display is an intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) drone designed to support operations across Qatar’s internal security sectors.
Speaking with Doha News, Ahmad Al-Mulla, Commercial Relationships Manager at Barzan Holdings, discussed the company’s latest products and its participation in the exhibition for the fourth time as a strategic partner.
“This is our fourth participation at Milipol as a strategic partner for the event,” said Al-Mulla. “What makes us unique in this event is that we have established 12 new products divided into different capabilities, autonomous capabilities, platform capabilities.”
Barzan Holdings’ participation highlights the role of locally based companies in developing and supplying advanced security technologies, alongside international manufacturers exhibiting their latest products.