Doha, Qatar: Milipol Qatar 2026 opened in Doha yesterday, bringing together leading international companies and security experts to showcase the latest technologies and solutions, exchange expertise and expand opportunities for cooperation and investment in the homeland security and safety sector.
Under the patronage of Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) H E Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, attended the opening ceremony of the 16th edition of Milipol Qatar 2026, the Global Exhibition for Homeland Security and Safety, and the Doha International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Security, taking place from October 20 to 22 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC).
The opening ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including Ministers of Interior, Justice and Security, as well as police chiefs, commanders and commissioners from several brotherly and friendly countries. Senior military and security officials from Qatar, prominent experts and specialists from around the world, and representatives of leading international companies specializing in homeland security and safety were also in attendance. This edition features more than 270 local and international exhibitors.
Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) H E Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani said Milipol Qatar 2026 brings together leading international companies and experts to showcase the latest security technologies and solutions.
In a post on the X, the Minister of Interior said: “Under the gracious patronage of H H the Amir, I inaugurated Milipol Qatar 2026 today. The exhibition brings together leading international companies and experts to showcase the latest security technologies and solutions, exchange expertise, and expand opportunities for cooperation and investment. On the sidelines of the exhibition, I witnessed the signing of an action plan for security cooperation between the Ministry of Interior and its French counterpart for the period from 2027 to 2030, extending the close partnership between the two countries.”
Following the opening ceremony, H E Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, accompanied by distinguished guests and senior officials, toured the exhibition halls and pavilions, where he viewed the latest equipment, technologies, services and innovative systems in homeland security and civil defence. He was briefed on the features, advanced technologies and integration capabilities of the security systems on display, as well as their role in strengthening homeland security and preventing crime.
Milipol Qatar serves as a leading international platform for exchanging expertise and showcasing the latest technologies and solutions in homeland security and safety. The Doha International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Security provides a forum to explore AI applications in security operations and address emerging challenges, reflecting Qatar’s prominent role in strengthening regional and international security cooperation.
This year’s edition features more than 270 local and international companies and seven international pavilions across an exhibition area of 23,000 square metres, alongside an outdoor display area showcasing the Ministry of Interior’s vehicle fleet. The exhibition serves as a platform for presenting the latest homeland security and safety technologies and solutions, fostering international cooperation and facilitating the exchange of expertise.
It coincides with the Doha International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Security, which brings together prominent leaders and experts to explore developments in the field. The 16th edition also introduces the 30th Anniversary Awards for the first time, honouring companies that have participated in the exhibition over the past three decades in recognition of their continued commitment and contributions to its growth and success.
Held biennially in Doha, Milipol Qatar is a leading Middle East event dedicated to homeland security and safety. Part of the global Milipol Network, which has organised homeland security exhibitions for more than 40 years, the event has served since 1996 as a platform for showcasing technologies, products and services in internal security, public safety and civil defence.
