Qatari Emir Steps Down
The Qatari Emir has officially abdicated power to the Heir Apparent, his son, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
Addressing the country live on TV, Sheikh Hamad said: “I am fully certain that he is up to the responsibility; deserving the confidence; capable of shouldering the responsibility and fulfilling the mission.”
"As I move to another position in serving my homeland and its people, I hope to have faithfully discharged my duties," HH Sheikh Hamad told the nation during his address.
He urged the population to "fear God by seeking knowledge and working hard," and stated that his goals were always to maintain the stability and security of the country.
The Emir also pleaded that citizens preserve their identity as Arabs and Muslims.
"I urge you to preserve our civilised traditional and cultural values, originating from our religion, Arab identity and above all our humanity; as we believe that the Arab World is one human body; one coherent structure; it prospers if all its parts are prosperous."
“The time has come to turn a new leaf in the history of our nation," the emir said.
Sheikh Hamad and Sheikh Tamim arrived at the Emiri Diwan on Tuesday morning to celebrate the ceremony of swearing allegiance to HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani as the new Emir of Qatar.
The Heir Apparent and the Emiri Diwan are to receive Qatari citizens at the Emiri Diwan today from 9am to 11.30am and from 3.30pm to 6pm.
They will also receive citizens from 8am to 11.30am tomorrow.
Sheikh Hamad ascended to power on June 27, 1995, in a coup overthrowing his father. He is known and praised for his success in transforming Qatar into a key political and economic world player.
According to political analysts, the 33-year-old Sheikh Tamim is unlikely to deviate from current policies.
Sheikh Tamim is the Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Qatar Investment Authority, and Vice President of the Supreme Council for Economic Affairs and Investment, among other positions.
A peaceful transition is rare in such monarchies, especially considering the ongoing revolutions in the region.
Read a full transcript of Sheikh Hamad's speech here.
Allahamdullah may Allah will guide you, He will give you knowledge and understanding to rule the state. Remain bless.
ما شاء الله / طول الله عمره مع الصحة والعافية
Allahamdullah may Allah gives you heathy and good and better life
yes yes Qatar is causing every problem in syria heard that one before ,,
Libya , Egypt, Tunisia ..... Its all our fault!!!
Allah bless you and your family...
Alhamdullillah..
may Allah bless his with more health and a prosperous life ahead.
Berdj Camaro ,,,, try to settle down the problem in your country... Qatar is way better than your country!
مبرووووووك شيخ تميم الله يبارك فيك يا رب وطال عمر الامير حمد
May Allah bless him with long life added with peace and good health. He is and was really a KING of his life especially to his countrymen. A rare blend with great vision and energy!!!
Together with this I pray for the new incumbent to fulfill his challenge with true spirit and positive energy since he has a major role to play in turning Qatar to more heights and lengths.
I wish him a peaceful and long retirement. I'm sure he'll be spending it playing with his grandkids :)
regards for the royals.
A humble move of a wise leader.. Truly amazing!! Now it is the time for a new breed of leader.. I wish him all of the best and more power.. May allah bestowed him with wisdom in order to fulfill the necessary duties and responsibilities.
" With Great Power comes with Great Responsibility "
This day will be remembered for a long time to come,History is made!
Unprecedented in the history of the Middle East not to say Qatar a massively popular Ruler relinquish power in favour of the Heir apparent.May Allah the Almighty bless this Nation,it's People and it's Leadership,Ameen.
Big Move n Good Move!!!
for the update ..
respect his decision ...