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Higher Education
TAMU Qatar Isn’t Shutting Down; It’s Being Absorbed Under Qatari Control
The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents received widespread attention when it voted in February 2024 to close its Qatar campus. Many viewed it as a decisive stand against foreign influence and national security risks. But in reality, the “closure” is far less conclusive than advertised. While the Texas A&M name and standalone branding...
May 27, 2026