Biden eyes Qatar as major non-NATO ally
The upgrade in ties comes as the United States is seeking Doha's help in supplying natural gas to Europe.
US President Joe Biden notified Congress today of a decision to designate Qatar a major non-NATO ally.
Biden revealed the decision during a meeting in the Oval Office with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who on Monday became the first Gulf leader to visit Washington during Biden’s presidency.
