Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former Emir of Qatar, has passed away at the age of 74, according to the nation's top government body, the Amiri Diwan. As the ruler of Qatar from 1995 to 2013, Sheikh Hamad played a pivotal role in transforming the country into a major economic and diplomatic powerhouse. During his reign, Qatar invested heavily in infrastructure, energy, and education, which helped to drive the country's rapid economic growth and establish it as a key player in regional and global affairs. As the host of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Sheikh Hamad's legacy is also tied to Qatar's successful hosting of the global sporting event.
Qatari former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at the age of 74, the nation’s Amiri Diwan, its top government body, said on Sunday. This is a developing story Qatari former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani during the opening ceremony of the World Cup, Doha, Qatar, November 26, 2019.
