# Macron urges extreme caution in Gulf and secures key gas deal during Qatar visit

https://mins.news/en/item/109629

- euronews, 2026-10-21 14:31 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/21/macron-calls-for-extreme-caution-in-gulf-secures-critical-gas-deal-for-france

> The French president concluded his state visit by strengthening the strategic partnership with Qatar. He said his Gulf tour had achieved its objectives after securing a crucial gas deal, as he seeks to ease tensions over living costs in France.

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