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Amir issues Amiri decree appointing Commander of Amiri Guard

Published: 21 Dec 2025 - 11:31 am | Last Updated: 21 Dec 2025 - 11:32 am
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Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani issued today Amiri Decree No. 66 of 2025, appointing HE Major General Mohammed bin Sultan bin Mohammed Al Salmeen Al Suwaidi as Commander of the Amiri Guard.

The decision is effective starting from its date of issue, and is to be published in the official gazette.

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