Report: Qatar’s Influence on US Institutions via Hamas Support Examined
A New Report Reveals Qatar’s Influence on Western Democracies
In a groundbreaking report titled “Networks of Hate: Qatari Paymasters, Soft Power and the Manipulation of Democracy,” the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy exposes how Qatar, the largest foreign donor to U.S. universities, utilizes its vast financial resources to shape and control Western democracies.
“Islamism developed in Qatar between the 1960s and 1980s, and it was influenced by the writings of significant Muslim Brotherhood (MB) scholars/ideologues such as Sayyid Qutb,” states the report. “A group of Muslim Brotherhood members gradually re-developed strategies, and started thinking in terms of ‘human rights’ and ‘civil society’ for its proselytizing (da’wah) system.”
The report reveals that Qatar has supported Arab and Islamist non-state actors, particularly those affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood, some of which have been designated as terrorists by the United States. This support includes funding for organizations tied to Hamas and other global terror groups.
With the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) boasting assets between $500 billion and $1 trillion, the country has made significant investments in the United States, including iconic properties like the Empire State Building, Plaza Hotel, and St. Regis Hotel. The report also highlights Qatar’s use of the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (Qatar Foundation, “QF”) to mask state funding as private sector contributions.
The report alleges that Qatar’s financial influence extends to universities in the United States, with the country contributing more funds than any other nation. It exposes the failure of universities to disclose significant sums of Qatari funding, violating transparency requirements.
“Collaboration on joint projects between different U.S. universities utilizing foreign companies—including Spain—to transfer money from Qatar into various universities,” the report reveals. “Notably, evidence indicates that the Spanish energy company, Iberdrola, and its American subsidiary, Avangrid, were utilized as conduits to indirectly channel Qatari money into partnerships with U.S. universities without proper disclosure.”
Furthermore, the report highlights Qatar’s support for Hamas, providing a safe haven for its political leadership since 2012. It emphasizes the need for Congressional hearings to investigate the impact of Qatar’s investment strategies on Western democratic values and potential security implications.
The report concludes by raising concerns about the rise of antisemitism in higher education and its potential connection to Qatar’s influence. It calls for an assessment of the impact on education, curriculum, scholarship, and discourse.
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How does Qatar’s financial influence on prestigious U.S. universities shape the curriculum and research projects in the field of Middle Eastern studies?
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One of the key strategies employed by Qatar is the funding of prestigious U.S. universities, such as Harvard, Georgetown, and Cornell, through entities like the Qatar Foundation and the Qatar National Research Fund. This financial influence allows Qatar to shape the curriculum, fund research projects, and even establish specialized centers focused on Middle Eastern studies, thus ensuring its desired narrative and perspective are promoted within academic circles.
The report cautions against the ambiguous relationship between Qatar and Western democracies, highlighting how this financial influence can manipulate public opinion, policymaking, and the media landscape. Qatar has been known to fund media outlets, including Al Jazeera, which has faced criticism for its biased coverage and promotion of extremist ideologies.
Furthermore, Qatar’s extensive lobbying efforts in Western capitals pose a threat to the integrity of democratic institutions. According to the report, Qatar has hired prominent lobbyists to shape legislation and policy in its favor, often at the expense of national security interests. This strategic influence allows Qatar to exert pressure on Western governments, ensuring its agenda is prioritized and its actions are overlooked.
The report underscores the significance of addressing Qatar’s influence on Western democracies. It calls upon governments, educational institutions, and media organizations to be vigilant and transparent regarding their relationships with Qatar. Efforts should be made to minimize the risk of manipulation and ensure that democratic values and national interests are not compromised.
Moreover, the report recommends greater scrutiny of Qatar’s financial activities, both in terms of investments and charitable contributions. It urges regulators to monitor the flow of funds to ensure they are not supporting extremist groups or ideologies that undermine the very foundations of Western democracies.
This groundbreaking report serves as a wake-up call for Western democracies to reassess their relationship with Qatar. While it acknowledges the importance of international cooperation and engagement, it also emphasizes the need to be vigilant and protect the integrity of democratic systems from foreign influence.
As the report concludes, “Concerned citizens and policymakers must work together to ensure that Qatar’s soft power influence does not undermine Western democracies and the values they uphold.”
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