Qatar's Era of Emir Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani
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Where did Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani attend school until secondary school?

  • Royal Military Academy at Sandhurst
  • Qatar schools (correct)
  • Military Academy in Qatar
  • University in Great Britain

What position did Sheikh Hamad hold in 1977?

  • Minister of Defense
  • Heir (correct)
  • President of the Higher Council of Planning
  • Head of the Higher Council of Youth

What was the source of development and population rise in Qatar during Sheikh Hamad's rule?

  • Wealth (correct)
  • Planning and Youth
  • Democratization and Development
  • Security and Prosperity

What did Sheikh Hamad recognize was necessary for building a modern state?

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What year did Sheikh Hamad graduate from the Royal Military Academy at Sandhurst?

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What was the purpose of establishing the Financial Center of Qatar?

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How much investment was made in oil and non-oil sectors?

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What is the ranking of Qatar's gas field in the world?

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What is the production level of LNG per year?

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When did Qatar export its first barrel of gas?

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What is the name of the largest station for liquefying gas?

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What is the ranking of Qatar's economy in terms of growth since 2000?

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What is the primary goal of Emir Hamad's education policy?

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At what age is education compulsory in Qatar?

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What is the focus of the Qatar Education Foundation?

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When was Education City established in Qatar?

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What is the name of the higher education institution established in Qatar for engineering?

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What is the primary responsibility of the entity responsible for education policy?

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What is the main goal of the Health Care Foundation?

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What is the purpose of the Higher Council for Family Affairs?

<p>To study problems facing family and propose solutions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the National Bureau for Human Rights dedicated to?

<p>To promote human rights and fight against human trafficking (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the National Council for Culture and Heritage?

<p>To support the development of culture through creativity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Qatar preparing to host in 2022?

<p>The World Cup football tournament (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of Qatar's foreign policy?

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What is the role of Qatar in international conflicts?

<p>To serve as an arbitration power in global disputes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Qatar's cooperation with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)?

<p>To enhance mutual security and cooperation among member states (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Doha Agreement in 2008?

<p>It ended the Lebanon dispute (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Qatar's policy in supporting Arab and Islamic affairs?

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What is the significance of Qatar's role in the Darfur dispute?

<p>Qatar played a key role in resolving the conflict (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Al-Jazeera was launched in 1997 as a Qatari TV channel.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Constitutional Assembly was established in 1996.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Qatar's population was half a million residents in 2000.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Women were not allowed to vote in the 1999 Municipal Council elections.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The media in Qatar was heavily censored during the 1990s.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A decree was issued to draft a Constitution for Qatar in 2000.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Constitution of Qatar went into effect on 29 April 2003.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Emir of Qatar established the Constitutional High Court in 2005.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The High Council for Planning was established to reduce dependence on petrol and gas.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Qatar's Constitution represents the country's democratization.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The government posts in Qatar are filled by appointment rather than election.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Constitution of Qatar guarantees the rights and freedoms of candidacy, suffrage, and assembly.

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The Higher Council for Family Affairs was established in 2002.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The National Bureau for Human Rights is dedicated to fighting against human trafficking.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The National Council for Culture and Heritage supports the development of culture through sports.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Qatar is preparing to host the Olympic Games in 2022.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Health Care Foundation aims to provide Qatar with a low quality of health care.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Qatar has a strong focus on education, with education being compulsory until the age of 10.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani's education

He attended the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and graduated in 1971.

Qatar's military leadership

Sheikh Hamad led Qatar's military forces.

Heir to the Qatari throne

Hamad became the likely successor to the throne on May 31, 1977

Qatar's ruler from 1995 to 2013

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani governed Qatar from 1995 until 2013

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Qatari policy focus

Democratization, security, development, and prosperity were central to Qatar's policies under Hamad.

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Qatari Financial Center

An establishment focused on modernizing Qatar.

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Qatar's investment portfolio

Hamad oversaw about $145 billion in investments in oil and non-oil industries.

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Qatar's gas reserves

Qatar has one of the two largest gas fields globally.

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LNG production in Qatar

Qatar's LNG production was 77 million tons annually.

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First LNG export

Qatar's first LNG export was to Japan in 1997.

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Qatar's liquefaction facilities

Qatar developed major liquefaction facilities, like OUREKS and LULU.

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Industrial development investment

Qatar invested $16 billion in industrial development.

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Qatar's petrochemical industry

Qatar established its own petrochemical industry.

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World's largest aluminum plant

Qatar constructed the world's largest aluminum plant, Montaqua Amsaieed

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Qatar's economic growth

Qatar's economy was the fastest growing globally since 2000.

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Compulsory education in Qatar

Qatar implemented compulsory education up to age 20.

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Education City

Qatar established Education City to attract international schools and institutes.

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Higher Council for Family Affairs

Established to address family issues in Qatar.

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Health Care Foundation

Established in 2012 for high-quality healthcare provision in Qatar

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National Bureau for Human Rights

Founded in 2002 to address human rights issues and combat human trafficking in Qatar.

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Qatar's global stance

Qatar aimed to establish itself as a notable player in global politics.

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Constitutional Assembly

Established in 1997 to promote democracy and human rights.

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Municipal elections in Qatar

The first direct municipal elections in Qatar took place in 1999, giving equal voting rights.

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Qatar's 2003 constitution

The 2003 constitution established legal and judicial systems in Qatar.

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Separation of powers

Qatar's constitution established a separation of powers among executive, legislative, and judiciary branches.

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High Council for Planning

Oversees national growth across various sectors in Qatar.

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Diversification beyond oil/gas

Strategy to reduce Qatar's dependence on oil and gas resources.

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Study Notes

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani Background

  • Born in 1952, educated in Qatar before attending the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst, graduating in 1971.
  • Held positions as leader of Qatar's military forces and Minister of Defense.
  • Became Heir on May 31, 1977, and led Qatar from 1995 to 2013.

Policy Focus: Democratization, Security, Development, Prosperity

  • Advocated for a modern state based on democratization and established the Financial Center of Qatar.
  • Managed a $145 billion investment in oil and non-oil sectors, enhancing economic growth.
  • Focused on transparency and cooperation with countries purchasing Qatari oil.

Economic Development: Gas

  • Home to the second-largest gas field globally and a leading source of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG).
  • LNG production reached 77 million tons annually, with the first export to Japan in 1997.
  • Developed major liquefaction facilities, including OUREKS in 2003 and LULU station in 2011.

Economic Development: Other Areas

  • Invested $16 billion in industrial development from oil revenues and foreign investments.
  • Established Qatar’s petro-chemical industry and the world’s largest aluminum plant at Montaqua Amsaieed.
  • Qatar's economy has been the fastest growing globally since 2000, reducing its dependence on foreign investment.

Social Development: Education

  • Focused on elevating education standards, implementing compulsory education until age 20.
  • Allocated significant budget resources for educational advancements, making it the fastest-growing sector.
  • Established Education City in 2003, attracting prestigious international schools and institutes.

Social Development: Health and Human Rights

  • Founded the Higher Council for Family Affairs in 1998 to address family issues.
  • Established the Health Care Foundation in 2012 for high-quality healthcare provision.
  • Launched the National Bureau for Human Rights in 2002, focusing on anti-human trafficking initiatives.

Foreign Affairs

  • Aims to make Qatar a notable player in both Arab and global politics.
  • Emphasizes human rights, peaceful conflict resolution, and collaboration with the UN.
  • Supported regional diplomacy, mediating conflicts in Lebanon, Gaza, and Darfur.

Constitutional Development

  • Established the Constitutional Assembly in 1997 to promote democracy and human rights.
  • Conducted the first direct municipal elections in March 1999, allowing equal voting rights for men and women.
  • Ratified a new constitution on April 29, 2003, which went into effect on June 8, 2005.

Aspects of the Constitution

  • Included a separation of powers across executive, legislative, and judiciary branches.
  • Recognized rights to candidacy, suffrage, and assembly under popular sovereignty principles.
  • Established the Constitutional High Court in 2008 to maintain judicial independence.

Economic Development: Planning and Finance

  • Formed the High Council for Planning to oversee national growth across various sectors.
  • Focused on diversifying the economy beyond oil and gas dependence through strategic investments.

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