About Qatar's Energy Sector

Qatar’s energy sector is the cornerstone of the country’s economy and a critical contributor to global energy security. Home to the North Field, the world’s largest non-associated natural gas field, Qatar possesses some of the largest proven natural gas reserves globally and remains one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of liquefied natural gas (LNG). The sector continues to drive economic growth, government revenues, industrial development, and foreign investment while supporting Qatar’s long-term diversification objectives.

Qatar is currently undertaking the largest LNG capacity expansion in its history through the North Field East, North Field South, and North Field West projects. Once completed, these developments will increase LNG production capacity from 77 million tonnes per annum to 142 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) by 2030, an 85% increase that is expected to provide approximately one-quarter of global LNG supply growth over the coming decade. The expansion will also increase production of condensates, liquefied petroleum gas, ethane, helium, and other natural gas liquids that support the country’s growing petrochemicals and manufacturing sectors.

The energy sector remains a key source of economic resilience and investment. In addition to expanding upstream production, Qatar continues to invest heavily in LNG infrastructure, petrochemicals, carbon capture and storage, and lower-carbon energy solutions. These investments are designed to strengthen Qatar’s position across the energy value chain while meeting growing global demand for reliable and affordable energy.

QatarEnergy has also expanded its international footprint through strategic partnerships and overseas investments. Major international partners in Qatar’s energy sector include ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips, Chevron Phillips Chemical, Shell, TotalEnergies, Eni, and Sinopec. In the United States, QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil jointly own Golden Pass LNG in Texas, which will have an export capacity of approximately 18 million tonnes per annum and further strengthen U.S.-Qatar energy cooperation.

Recent geopolitical disruptions have reinforced Qatar’s importance to global energy markets. The country’s LNG infrastructure and export network continue to play a vital role in supplying energy to Asia, Europe, and other key markets. As global demand for natural gas, petrochemicals, and lower-emission energy solutions continues to grow, Qatar remains well positioned as a long-term supplier and strategic energy partner for the international economy.