# US president Donald Trump has signed a range of agreements with Qatar, including a deal for the country to purchase 160 jets from US aeroplane manufacturer Boeing. He visited Qatar on Wednesday, the second leg of his four-day Middle East tour. The Qatari government has become a central player in American diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, including being a key intermediary in negotiations between the US and Hamas. A statement of intent on defence cooperation between the US and Qatar was also signed.
Trump signs key agreements with Qatar including on defence