Qatar Lobbying in Europe
Reporting on Qatar's lobbying and influence efforts across Europe, including Brussels and the Qatargate fallout.
Beyond Washington, Qatar's lobbying extends across Europe, including Brussels and national capitals, where it has faced scrutiny over access to lawmakers and the Qatargate scandal. This page gathers reporting on Qatar lobbying in Europe — disclosed and alleged influence efforts, the think tanks and consultancies involved, and the records that document them. Claims are attributed to named sources and labeled by evidence status.
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Primary sources
Documents and records supporting this topic.
The European Parliament and the Qatargate — Academic Analysis (PDF)
Downloadable academic working paper analyzing the Qatargate scandal — the alleged bribery of Members of the European Parliament by Qatar-linked intermediaries — and the EP's institutional and procedural response.
US FARA — Foreign Agents Registration Act Filings
The Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) requires agents of foreign principals, including those representing foreign governments, to disclose lobbying and public-relations activities. Filings related to Qatar are searchable through the DOJ FARA public reading room.
European Parliament Written Question E-000726/2024 — 'Qatargate' Investigation
An official European Parliament written question referencing the investigation the press called 'Qatargate', citing items in the case file held by Belgian authorities and intelligence services.
UK Parliament — Hansard & Committee Records on Qatar
The UK Parliament holds published records of debates (Hansard) and select committee proceedings relevant to UK–Qatar relations, human rights, and major sporting events. These records are searchable through the official Parliament portal.
Middle East Quarterly — Interview with Sheikh Hamad bin Jasim bin Jabr Al-Thani (HBJ)
A published interview with Qatar's former Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Hamad bin Jassim (HBJ) covering Qatar's foreign policy and influence operations; referenced in discussions of Qatari media strategy and influence over journalists.
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