MEDIATION AS A TOOL OF QATAR’S DIPLOMATIC SERVICE: AN EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION IN ITS MODERN FOREIGN POLICY

Abstract

The purpose of the study is to assess the effectiveness of the mediation tools of Qatar’s diplomatic service while implementing its foreign policy. The relevance of the topic is due to the insufficient disclosure of this topic in scientific circles and academic literature.Despite the fact that the role of Qatar in the international arena and the activities of its diplomatic service have repeatedly become the subject of general analysis, the concept of active mediation by this state in global and regional conflicts has not yet been fully explored. In the current conditions of global instability, conflicts, and numerous challenges in international relations, there is a growing need for mediation missions that can contribute to the peaceful settlement of disputes, the development of diplomatic and trade relations, and ensuring stability in strategically important regions. Qatar, one of the most economically developed countries in the Middle East, acts as an important mediator in international affairs, which is of particular relevance for Ukraine in the context of ongoing geopolitical challenges. Despite its small territory and limited military resources, Qatar is actively developing diplomatic relations and strengthening its international authority through the role of a peaceful mediator, ready to help resolve conflicts in various regions. The research on the topic “Mediation as a tool of Qatar’s diplomatic service: effective implementation in its modern foreign policy” covers the period from the end of the 20th century to the present day, with a focus on the development of Qatar’s foreign policy strategy, its role in international conflicts, and diplomatic initiatives. The work itself implemented several basic research methods, including event analysis, case studies, historical, and functional methods.