DOHA: The Amiri Diwan of the State of Qatar today announced the passing of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani at the age of 74. The announcement was made in an official statement issued on Sunday morning.
In its statement, the Amiri Diwan expressed condolences, saying: “May Allah have mercy on his soul and grant him the best reward for what he achieved for his homeland and nation.”
Sheikh Hamad served as the Emir of Qatar from 1995 until 2013, before voluntarily transferring power to his son, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, in a historic and peaceful succession that was widely regarded as unprecedented in the Gulf region.
Further details regarding funeral arrangements or official mourning have not yet been announced by the Amiri Diwan.
The announcement has prompted an outpouring of condolences from leaders and officials across the region and around the world, who have paid tribute to Sheikh Hamad’s role in shaping modern Qatar and elevating its international standing.
Serving as Emir from 1995 to 2013, Sheikh Hamad oversaw one of the most remarkable economic transformations in modern history, turning Qatar from a relatively modest hydrocarbon producer into one of the world’s wealthiest and most influential nations.
His legacy extends far beyond politics. For business leaders, investors, and policymakers, Sheikh Hamad’s tenure offers a masterclass in long-term vision, strategic diversification, and nation-building.
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani: The Visionary Leader Who Transformed Qatar into a Global Economic Power.
