Doha, Qatar: Chairman of Qatar Chamber, Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, extended his deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Amir, the esteemed members of the ruling family, and the Government and people of Qatar on the passing of the late Father Amir, His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
He prayed to Almighty Allah to bestow His abundant mercy and forgiveness upon the late Father Amir, grant him the highest place in Paradise, and reward him generously for his distinguished service to Qatar, its people and the wider Arab and Islamic nations.
Sheikh Khalifa said that Qatar had lost an exceptional leader and a great statesman who devoted his life to serving his country and people and led a historic transformation that laid the foundations of the modern State of Qatar and strengthened its regional and international standing.
He noted that the Father Amir’s far-sighted vision and strong belief in the capabilities of the Qatari people launched an ambitious national development journey that brought significant progress across the economic, social, educational, healthcare, cultural and infrastructure sectors.
QC Chairman highlighted the major economic transformation achieved during the Father Amir’s reign, particularly the strategic development of the energy sector, which enabled Qatar to become one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of liquefied natural gas and provided a strong foundation for national growth and prosperity.
He added that the Father Amir’s vision extended beyond the oil and gas sector to the development of a diversified and open economy, the strengthening of the private sector, the encouragement of local and foreign investment, and the advancement of industry, trade, transport, services, telecommunications and infrastructure.
The Chairman of Qatar Chamber stressed that the Qatari people remained at the heart of the Father Amir’s vision, with education, healthcare and human development receiving particular attention. These efforts contributed to building a knowledge-based society and enhancing Qatar’s position as a regional centre for education, research and innovation.
He also praised the Father Amir’s role in strengthening Qatar’s international presence through balanced relations, dialogue, cooperation, mediation and support for the peaceful resolution of disputes, helping establish Qatar as a respected and trusted partner on the regional and global stages.
Sheikh Khalifa affirmed that one of the Father Amir’s greatest achievements was the establishment of a strong state with modern institutions, a prosperous economy and an educated and ambitious society, as well as the historic transfer of leadership to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar, in a transition that reflected wisdom, foresight and a commitment to the continuity of development.
He added that the progress, prosperity and distinguished international standing enjoyed by Qatar today represent a natural continuation of the vision whose foundations were laid by the Father Amir and further strengthened under the wise leadership of His Highness the Amir.
Sheikh Khalifa said that Qatar’s private sector and business community would always remember with deep appreciation the support given to the national economy during the Father Amir’s reign and the major projects and reforms that expanded opportunities for trade, investment and industry and strengthened the role of national companies.
Concluding his remarks, QC Chairman said: “No words can fully express the stature of the Father Amir or the magnitude of his contributions to Qatar and its people. He was a wise leader, a great national symbol and the architect of Qatar’s modern renaissance. His vision, achievements and enduring legacy will remain a source of pride and inspiration for generations to come.”
He prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the late Father Amir His mercy and the highest place in Paradise, protect Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and preserve the blessings of security, stability, dignity and prosperity for the State of Qatar.
