What it does
The Head of State of Qatar. Executive power is held by the Amir with the help of the Council of Ministers. His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani assumed his duties as Amir on 25 June 2013. The Amiri Diwan is his administrative office.
Main services
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Read the Amir’s speeches and official statements
- For
- Residents, Citizens, Businesses, Visitors
- Where
- International Media Office website
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