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- 2. Sheikh Mohammed bin Thani took over the leadership of the tribe after the death of his father,Sheikh Thani in 1850 He was famous for being pious,straightforward,intelligent and experienced He signed the treaty of 1868,in which Britain recognized the Emirate of Qatar as an independent Emirate He handed over the power to his son,Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani in 1876
- 3. He is considered the real founder of the Independent Emirate of Qatar. Ottoman Sultan gave him the title of Lieutenant Governor(Deputy ruler) He took over charge on Dec.18 1878 and is known for his knowledge, knighthood, Shrewdness and courage Qatari tribes unified under his leadership He maintained the rights and interests of Qatari people and realized the independence of Qatar He won the victory over Ottomans in the battle in 1893 Died in 1913 and the Emirate of Qatar became an independent unified state
- 4. He took the authority of Qatar in his father life since 1905 and completed the responsibility after father died in 1913 In the same year the Ottomans abandoned all their power in Qatar Sheikh Abdullah is characterized by his wisdom, shrewdness, strong-will and patience He signed the Treaty with Britain in 1916 and the Treaty of 1935 to protect the country by land, sea and air World War I and II occurred during his era. Pearl industry declined and problems occurred at the borders but Sheikh overcame the problems and maintained unity and solidarity of the State. Though father transferred the control to his son Sheikh Hamad bin Abdullah, he died in 1948 and he return to rule again for one year
- 5. He took power from his father Sheikh Abdullah on 20th Aug 1949 Sheikh Ali was known for being religious, pious and kind towards his people. He was keen to spread science and knowledge in the state. During his era the schools were opened in 1952,hospitals and mosques are built, and roads were paved His era witnessed the export of the first shipment of Qatari oil in 1949,which lead to the revival of modern renaissance in the state. He took honorable attitudes supporting of Arab and Muslim issues
- 6. Sheikh Ahmed became the ruler of Qatar in October 1960 During his era Qatar witnessed major economic growth due to discovering a number of oil fields in the state. The introduction of an administrative system, the creation of the Ministry of finance in 1960,the administration of employees in 1966. Formed the first cabinet in Qatar in 1970 and issued first Qatari constitution in the same year. Qatar gained complete independence in 1971 after ending the British-Qatari Treaty Qatar joined in the league of Arab states in 1971,a member state in UN and NAM(Non-Aligned Movement) Established a station to gather oil in Halul Island Sheikh Ahmed died in November 1977
- 7. He took over the power in 1972 and began to reorganize the Govt. He appointed a minister for foreign and counselor for the State’s affairs Political and Economic Achievements Increasing oil resources and national income The Faculty of Education was established in Qatar for first time Participated in establishing The Corporation Council for the Arab states of the Gulf(GCC) in 1981. Establishment of Court of Accounts to audit the performance of govt. agencies Start exploiting the North Gas field in 1991. In 1995 the rule handed to Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al- Thani
- 8. Born in 1952 studied in schools in Qatar and went to Royal Military Academy in UK where he graduated in 1971. After graduation he joined the Qatari Military troops with the rank of Lieutenant colonel and appointed as a commander of the First Qatari battalion which is now called “The Movable Battalion of Hamad”. He became General and appointed as Commander-in-chief of military troops. He was concerned with increasing the number of members and equipped them with latest weapons and trained the officers and soldiers with latest military techniques. He appointed as Minister of Defense on May 1977 and worked in the position of the president of the Supreme Council for Youth Welfare since its establishment in 1979 until 1991. He was in the position of Head of Council as well.
- 9. Ruling and Achievements Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani took over power on 27 June 1995 1. Issuing the permanent constitution of Qatar State in 2004 2. Approval of Qatar State’s vision 2030 that covers all life aspects 3. Developing education through educational initiative 4. Interactive participation for resolving many problems of Arabic and Islamic World 5. Winning of hosting of World Cup 2022 to be in Qatar
- 10. Born in Doha on 3rd June 1980 .Graduated from the Royal Military Academy in UK in 1998.He is fluent in English and French On 5th Aug 2003,Sheikh Hamad issued an Amiri decree appointing Sheikh Tamim as Heir Apparent. Sheikh Tamim has many orders of merit that prove his ability and wisdom in managing the general affairs. His highness won the title of Best sportive character in the Arab nation in 2006 and the Supreme order of Olympic Council of Asia in 2007. Took over the power on 25th June 2013. He followed up the development projects in the country.
- 11. Acheivements 1. Supporting the low income Qatari people by raising social security salaries. 2. Obligating Qatari youth to National service 3. Establishing police academy 4. Working on variety of income resources by developing sector of industry and investments. 5. Developing transportation sector by establishing Qatar railways(RAIL). 6. Developing infrastructure and preparing for hosting World Cup 2022. 7. Developing natural gas sector which made the Qatar the third in the world.
- 12. Khalifa Stadium Al-Wakrah Stadium Katara Towers of Qatar ACHEIVEMENTS
- 13. Museum of Islamic Art Qatar National Museum Qatar National Library ACHEIVEMENTS