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Former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad Al Thani dies at 74
Former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, has died at the age of 74.
The country’s Amiri Diwan announced the development in a statement on Sunday.
“With hearts steadfast in faith in God’s decree and destiny, the Amiri Diwan mourns the great loss to the nation of the late – may God have mercy on him – His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who passed away this morning,” the Amiri Diwan said.
Sheikh Hamad ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013.
He was a key architect of the energy-rich country’s stunning ambitions.
During his reign, the country saw economic, social and cultural development that bolstered its status in the international community.
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