Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies at 74

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Former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, has died at 74.
Known as the Father Emir, he ruled from 1995-2013, overseeing significant economic, social, and cultural reforms, transforming Qatar into a major LNG exporter and boosting its global profile.

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Former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, has died at 74. Known as the Father Emir, he ruled from 1995-2013, overseeing significant economic, social, and cultural reforms, transforming Qatar into a major LNG exporter and boosting its global profile.

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