Milipol Qatar is the showcase for innovative products and services in the field of global security. It is also the best gateway to the Middle East’s market to find new contacts and strengthen business relationships.
The 16th edition of Milipol Qatar will be held from 20 to 22 October 2026 in Doha.

Meet all the Homeland Security Industry’s Top Players

Milipol Qatar is the ideal international meeting place for key players in the Middle East’s homeland security industry every two years.

The 2024 edition of Milipol Qatar was a great success in terms of business and attendance:

  • 14,500 visitors - buyers, opinion leaders, experts - and 360 Official Delegates participated in the event (See Milipol Qatar’s visitor profile).
  • The Ministry of Interior of Qatar alone generated contracts for an amount of QR 842 million.
  • 255 companies exhibited at Milipol Qatar from 26 countries and covering all security domains (Law enforcement, Special Forces, port and airport security, transport security, industrial (oil & gas) and prison security, civil defence, data protection, etc.).

 

According to our 2024 exhibitors’ survey:

  • 87% of exhibitors were satisfied by Milipol Qatar 2024.
  • 75% of exhibitors were satisfied of the quality of the attendance.

 

Milipol Qatar gives you the opportunity to develop your business in the MENA Region, meet decision-makers, prospects and clients in a same place, showcase your innovations and discover the future trends of the industry.

 

The Middle East Homeland Security Market

The homeland security industry across the globe is growing faster than ever. 

The Middle East homeland security market is expected a double-digit growth, driven primarily by the economic diversification, past/future regional mega-events which boost infrastructure investments, and the recent geopolitical crisis.

New solutions and advanced security systems are required to face the ever-changing threats, to enhance homeland security, to minimize the possibility of disasters and to improve emergency response rates.

The Middle East & Africa cybersecurity market presents a forecasted Modor Intelligence value of $2893.40 million by 2026.

 

Business in Qatar

Qatar is a strategic crossroads between Asia and the Near East, located in the heart of the Middle East. The country is the ideal location to hold an international event dedicated to homeland security:

  • Qatar is the 2nd most secure country in the Middle East, ranking 29th globally (Global Peace Index 2024). Doha was the second most secure city in the world in 2022.
  • Qatar has a GDP of USD 112 billion in 2024 and benefit from a population growth.
  • ¾ of visitors come to Qatar for business tourism.
  • Qatar is massively investing in large infrastructure projects and industrial programmes.

 

The security sector in Qatar should reach a 10,47% annual growth rate until 2028 (USD 113,5 million)

Events as business accelerator

Reason 1: Tangible return on investment

  • 88% of exhibitors are satisfied with their return on investment!
  • For 1€ invested, exhibiting at a trade show enables firm to generate 10€ of turnover on average
  • 84% of exhibitors wish to return in 2026

Reason 2: A proven media format

  • 7/10: the general trade show satisfaction rate
  • 81% of professionals think that the event is important in the sector
  • 81% are satisfied with their participation

Reason 3: An entire community in the one place

  • A coming-together of partners, sales prospects, clients... It's a key highlight in the market's calendar
  • A trade show helps you reinstate human contact at the centre of your marketing initiatives
  • Taking part in a trade show is the best promotional tool in bang-for-buck terms and a vector to accelerate your market intelligence

Reason 4: Improve media coverage

  • A trade show is an exceptional occasion where all the specialist trade journalists and media titles are in attendance
  • Form ties with industry journalists, present your new products and maximise your visibility in the media
Visitors and official delegations attending Milipol Qatar, the interantional event for homeland security and civil defence in the Middle East

Who visits the event | Milipol Qatar

The 16th edition of Milipol Qatar will take place from 20 to 22 October 2026 at Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC).