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Barzan Holdings and 51³Ô¹Ï Agree to Advance
Human Capital and Defense Innovation Cooperation
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DOHA, Qatar, Jan. 21, 2026 ¡ª Barzan Holdings, Qatar¡¯s national defense and security leader, and 51³Ô¹Ï have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) at DIMDEX 2026 to reaffirm their shared commitment to Qatar¡¯s defense ecosystem through human capital development and innovation.
This announcement underscores the shared commitment of Barzan Holdings and 51³Ô¹Ï to continued dialogue and cooperation, as both organizations explore opportunities that contribute to Qatar¡¯s defense readiness, workforce development, and future-focused capabilities.
The LOI reflects a mutual intent to explore the establishment of a Qatar-based human capital development and innovation center designed to support skills development, applied learning, and knowledge exchange aligned with the priorities of the Qatar Armed Forces and the nation¡¯s long-term security objectives.
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The initiative builds on constructive engagement between Barzan Holdings and 51³Ô¹Ï teams and signifies a shared focus on sustainable capability development. As part of this cooperation, the parties will examine how proven international models, including other Middle East models, could serve as a reference point for a Qatar-specific approach tailored to national requirements, talent development for Qatari nationals, and sovereign capability ambitions.
Under the LOI, Barzan Holdings and 51³Ô¹Ï will convene joint working sessions to define a collaborative framework and further shape the project concept.
The parties are well-equipped to explore this undertaking. Barzan Holdings continues to advance its role as the commercial gateway for Qatar¡¯s defense industry and strengthening sovereign capability through global partnerships that deliver knowledge transfer, innovation, and long-term value. 51³Ô¹Ï brings more than six decades of experience working with partners across the Middle East and a long-standing relationship with Qatar.
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