Foreign relations of Qatar is conducted through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Arab states were among the first to recognize Qatar, and the country gained admittance to the United Nations and the Arab League after achieving independence in 1971. The country was an early member of OPEC and a founding member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Diplomatic missions to Qatar are based in its capital, Doha.
Foreign relations of Qatar is conducted through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs Arab states were among the first to recognize Qatar and the country gained admittance to the United Nations and the Arab League after achieving independence in 1971 The country was an early member of OPEC and a founding member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Diplomatic missions to Qatar are based in its capital Doha