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Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani
Born
Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani

(1980-06-03) June 3, 1980 (age 46)
Doha, Qatar
OccupationEmir of Qatar
Years active2013–present
Known forEmir of Qatar since 2013; chairman of Qatar Investment Authority; chairman of Qatar Olympic Committee

Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani (; born 3 June 1980) has held the position of Emir of Qatar since 2013.

He is the fourth son of the former emir Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani and the second son of Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Al-Missned. Following the decision of his elder brother Sheikh Jassim to relinquish his succession rights in 2003, Tamim was designated heir apparent. He ascended to the emirate after his father’s abdication in 2013.

Early life and education

Tamim was born in Doha, Qatar, and received his early education at the UK's Sherborne School (International College) located in Dorset, followed by studies at Harrow School, where he completed his A-Levels in 1997. He subsequently graduated from the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in 1998.

Career

Upon graduating from Sandhurst, Sheikh Tamim was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Qatar Armed Forces. His appointment as heir apparent occurred on 5 August 2003, coinciding with his elder brother Sheikh Jassim's withdrawal from the line of succession. Since then, he has been prepared for leadership through significant roles in security and economic sectors. On that same day, he was named deputy commander-in-chief of Qatar’s military forces.

Tamim has strategically utilized sports to enhance Qatar’s international standing. In 2005, he established Oryx Qatar Sports Investments, which holds ownership of assets including Paris Saint-Germain F.C.. He also served as chairman of the organizing committee for the 2006 15th Asian Games hosted in Doha, marking the first occasion where all member nations participated. That year, Al Ahram recognized him as "the best sport personality in the Arab world." Under his stewardship, Qatar won the rights to host both the 2014 FINA Swimming World Championships and the 2022 FIFA World Cup. He chairs the Qatar Olympic Committee and became a member of the International Olympic Committee in 2002. Additionally, he spearheaded Doha’s bid for the 2020 Summer Olympics. The nation committed approximately $200 billion to infrastructure development for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

In November 2020, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) Evaluation Committee commended Doha’s preparations for the Asian Games, emphasizing Tamim’s dedication and support. Following this endorsement, Doha was selected as host city for the 2030 Asian Games.

As chairman of the board for the Qatar Investment Authority, Tamim has directed investments amounting to billions within British enterprises, including major holdings in Barclays Bank, Sainsbury's, and Harrods. The fund also possesses a 95% ownership stake in London's Shard skyscraper.

Other prominent positions held by Tamim include:

  • Leadership of the Upper Council of the Environment and Natural Sanctuaries
  • Chairmanship of the Supreme Council for the Environment and Natural Reserves
  • Chairmanship of the Supreme Education Council
  • Chairmanship of the Supreme Council of Information and Communication Technology
  • Chairmanship of both the board of directors at Public Works Authority (Ashghal) and Urban Planning and Development Authority (UPDA)
  • Chairmanship of Qatar University’s board of regents
  • Deputy chairmanship of the Ruling Family Council
  • Vice presidency of the Supreme Council for Economic Affairs and Investment
  • Deputy chairmanship of the High Committee for Coordination and Follow Up
  • Membership in "Sports for All"

Reign

On 25 June 2013, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani publicly declared his decision to relinquish the Emirate of Qatar, transferring authority to his son Tamim during a televised address. This event represented the first voluntary abdication within the Al Thani ruling dynasty, differing from prior successions which were conducted through peaceful coups. According to The Economist, among Tamim's brothers who vied for leadership, "One was too playful, the other overly devout." The handover occurred without disruption, facilitated by the family's dominance over key governmental roles.

A diplomatic insider characterized Sheikh Tamim as possessing "a strong personality," a trait that enabled him to assert control within the House of Thani. He assumed the position of crown prince on 5 August 2003 following the resignation of his brother Sheikh Jassim. Reports indicate that Jassim had sought increased political influence but ultimately stepped down, expressing in a letter to their father that it was necessary to prepare a successor and that he accepted the crown prince title only due to "delicate circumstances." Stratfor noted that Jassim lacked backing from military or security factions during the 2013 transition, which prevented any challenge to Hamad's decree.

Domestic policy

Tamim presides over an authoritarian system where he holds comprehensive executive and legislative powers; political parties remain prohibited and elections are not fully free. Citizens experience restricted political and civil liberties.

At the start of his reign, Tamim consolidated agencies such as the Qatar National Food Security Program into the Ministries of Economy and Agriculture and curtailed funding for organizations including the Qatar Foundation and Qatar Museums Authority.

His tenure has seen significant expansion in infrastructure projects encompassing road networks around Doha, development of the Doha Metro, and enhancements at Hamad International Airport. During the Arab Spring, Tamim committed to lowering food costs through the National Food Security Programme and increasing social benefits and pensions.

In his inaugural address in 2013, Tamim vowed to diversify Qatar’s economy away from reliance on hydrocarbons.

In 2014, legislation targeting cybercrime was introduced, criminalizing online insults directed at Gulf royal families and banning "false news" or digital material deemed contrary to social norms. This law attracted criticism for curbing freedom of expression and potentially contravening constitutional protections for civil liberties.

In June 2013, Tamim formed a new cabinet appointing Khalid bin Mohammad Al Attiyah as foreign minister—the first non-royal to hold this position—and Hessa Al Jaber as Minister of Information and Communications Technology, marking a step toward greater female participation in government.

Further cabinet changes occurred in January 2016: Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani was named foreign minister; Khalid Al Attiyah transitioned to Minister of State for Defense Affairs; several ministries were merged aiming to improve efficiency amid declining gas revenues. Analysts interpreted these moves as efforts to streamline governance and reinforce Tamim’s authority with a younger, loyalist team.

In August 2021, Tamim decreed Qatar’s inaugural legislative elections for the Consultative Assembly, conducted on 2 October 2021. Voting rights required Qatari descent with a grandfather born in Qatar; candidates needed to be at least 30 years old. Certain members of the Al Murrah tribe were excluded from voting or standing for election, leading to protests and arrests. In response, Tamim affirmed equal citizenship rights and mandated legal reforms.

Despite these developments, the Assembly retains limited authority; it can only question the prime minister if two-thirds of members concur—a difficult threshold given that one-third are appointed directly by the Emir.

Labour rights

Since Sheikh Tamim assumed leadership, Qatar's treatment of foreign migrant workers—mainly from India and Nepal—has attracted global scrutiny, particularly in the lead-up to the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

In 2017, legislation was introduced to safeguard labor rights, imposing restrictions on working hours and granting annual leave entitlements. The following year, Law No. 13 eliminated exit visa requirements for approximately 95% of migrant laborers; however, around 174,000 workers still need employer approval to travel abroad. Amnesty International recognized this as a meaningful advancement in reforming the exploitative sponsorship system but called for additional reforms.

Qatar partnered with the International Labour Organization (ILO) in November 2017 to launch a technical cooperation initiative aimed at improving labor conditions. Subsequently, in April 2018, the ILO established its inaugural project office within Qatar.

The enactment of Law No. 19 in 2020 permitted migrant employees to switch jobs without obtaining employer consent prior to contract completion, effectively dismantling key aspects of the "kafala system," although some provisions persist. In March 2021, Qatar set a regional precedent by introducing a universal monthly minimum wage of 1,000 riyals (around USD 275) for all workers.

Legislative election

On 29 July 2021, Sheikh Tamim ratified Law No. 6 of 2021 to facilitate Qatar’s inaugural legislative election for the Shura Council, marking the fifth such election within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Although this electoral process was sanctioned by a constitutional referendum in 2003, it had not been implemented until then. Of the Shura Council’s 45 seats, two-thirds (30) are filled through elections while the emir appoints the remaining 15 members, thereby retaining substantial authority over defense, foreign affairs, and other vital state functions. Elected representatives possess powers to propose legislation, approve budgets, debate key issues, and provide counsel to the emir. The legislation faced criticism due to the exclusion of naturalized citizens and certain other demographics. The initial election held on 2 October 2021 recorded a voter turnout of 63.5%, but also sparked protests from disenfranchised groups.

Foreign policy

Sheikh Tamim’s rise to power was met with international approval and expectations that he would uphold his father’s pragmatic diplomatic approach, including involvement in resolving conflicts such as Syria and Darfur. Experts predict his administration will prioritize national infrastructure development while maintaining a balanced governance style that employs Islam pragmatically without imposing stringent religious policies. In 2020, Qatar publicly condemned hate speech motivated by religion or ethnicity and initiated efforts to remove such content from educational materials.

In his inaugural address, Tamim committed to preserving Qatar’s pivotal role in regional affairs without yielding external influence over its foreign policy and pledged to deepen integration with neighboring Gulf states. In May 2022, he held meetings with Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Ebrahim Raisi, where he underscored opposition to Israeli policies in Palestine and discussed regional challenges including Syria, Iraq, Yemen, along with expanding economic collaboration between Iran and Qatar.

Soon after assuming power, Tamim embarked on a tour of Gulf countries to reinforce diplomatic relations. Prior to his accession, he represented his father at GCC and Arab League summits. Drawing on his background in government security roles, he fostered improved ties with Saudi Arabia despite ongoing rivalries and difficulties in achieving unified Gulf stances on Syria. Under Tamim’s leadership, Qatar continued its support for Syrian opposition groups through GCC mechanisms.

Additionally, Qatar has provided financial assistance via loans and investments to political entities throughout the region, including Tunisia’s democratically elected Ennahdha Party as well as factions in Yemen and Morocco.

Relations with Gulf and North African States

Following the 2011 Arab Spring, Qatar emerged as a key contender alongside Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates for regional influence throughout the Middle East and North Africa, including nations such as Egypt, Libya, and Tunisia. Qatar's endorsement of Islamist factions opposing the hereditary regimes in the Gulf created tensions within the GCC.[1]

In March 2014, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Bahrain recalled their ambassadors from Qatar for a period of nine months; diplomatic relations were restored after the Riyadh Agreement in November 2014.[2] This dispute originated from Qatar's support for Islamist groups during the Arab Spring uprisings and its reluctance to endorse GCC agreements on non-interference. While Qatar and Turkey backed Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood-led government under Mohammed Morsi, other Gulf countries supported the 2013 military coup that removed him. Under the terms of the 2014 agreement, Qatar expelled seven prominent Muslim Brotherhood leaders and curtailed critical broadcasts by al-Jazeera. Nonetheless, ambiguous provisions resulted in reciprocal allegations of violations.[3][2]

The diplomatic crisis in 2017 began when Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the UAE, and Bahrain cut ties with Qatar and imposed a blockade, accusing it of supporting the Muslim Brotherhood and affiliated groups connected to Hamas.[4] In January 2020, following a summit held in Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia, Qatar reconciled with its neighbors through a joint declaration involving Saudi Arabia, GCC members, and Egypt—although the declaration did not explicitly address the root causes of the dispute.[4] In January 2021, Sheikh Tamim signed an accord formally ending the 43-month blockade; subsequently, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, and Egypt reopened their borders and airspace to Qatar.[2]

Egypt

During the Muslim Brotherhood’s tenure in Egypt, Qatar provided substantial loans and aid. Documents later surfaced indicating Qatar agreed to halt support for the Brotherhood. In August 2013, amid escalating tensions between the Brotherhood and Egypt’s military leadership, Qatar participated in a U.S.-led mediation effort. During Sheikh Tamim’s inaugural visit to the United States, he stressed a policy of non-intervention in Egyptian affairs while condemning actions taken following the 2013 coup. Since Mohamed Morsi’s removal from power, Egypt’s new administration declined Qatari financial assistance. Qatar’s support for the Muslim Brotherhood contributed to diplomatic discord with Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the UAE in 2014, prompting those countries to withdraw their ambassadors. Qatar denies backing the Brotherhood; its Foreign Minister underscored that most financial aid was directed during Egypt’s military council period. In June 2016, Morsi was sentenced to life imprisonment on charges including passing state secrets to Qatar.

On 20 January 2021, diplomatic relations between Qatar and Egypt were restored. By March 2021, Qatari Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani formally extended Sheikh Tamim’s invitation to Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. In July 2021, Qatar appointed an ambassador to Cairo. Sheikh Tamim met el-Sisi in Baghdad (August 2021) and later in Cairo (June 2022), where they discussed enhancing diplomatic ties and economic cooperation following investment agreements exceeding US$5 billion signed in March 2022.

Qatar has been accused of financing Morsi’s Freedom and Justice Party with approximately US$5.5 billion during his administration; however, Doha denies supporting the Muslim Brotherhood specifically, asserting its commitment is toward legitimate governments irrespective of political ideology. Sheikh Tamim has consistently refuted allegations of funding extremist groups.

Since the onset of the Arab Spring in 2011, Qatar has extended support to various Islamist organizations through diplomatic channels and medical aid programs. The Doha-based broadcaster Al Jazeera has faced criticism for allegedly promoting Islamist perspectives aligned with Qatari interests; nevertheless, Al Jazeera maintains editorial independence. The network previously featured programming with Brotherhood-affiliated cleric Yusuf al-Qaradawi.

On 1 November 2023, Qatar played a pivotal role in brokering an agreement involving Egypt, Israel, and Hamas—with U.S. cooperation—to facilitate safe evacuations from Gaza amid Israel’s blockade. In February 2024, Hamas proposed a ceasefire arrangement mediated by Qatar and Egypt aimed at securing Israeli hostages’ release alongside Palestinian prisoners; Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu rejected this proposal.

Humanitarian initiatives led by Emir Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani have received commendation from international figures including U.S. Secretary Antony Blinken, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, U.S. President Joe Biden, and EU High Representative Josep Borrell. On 23 May 2024, CIA Director William J. Burns planned visits across Europe to engage with Israeli, Qatari, and Egyptian leaders to revive ceasefire negotiations and hostage discussions concerning Gaza.

Syria

In 2012, Qatar advocated for a military intervention by Arab nations to resolve the Syrian conflict. Initially, Sheikh Tamim backed Syrian opposition groups but later reduced Qatar’s direct support amid Western apprehensions regarding the unregulated supply of arms to rebels. Despite this, Qatar has maintained its assistance to Syrian opposition factions, with Tamim affirming at the UN in September 2020 Qatar’s commitment to supporting accountability for war crimes.

By 2015, Qatar, together with Saudi Arabia and Turkey, provided arms to Syrian rebel forces and contributed to establishing the opposition alliance known as the "Army of Conquest." During a 2015 meeting with leaders of the Syrian National Coalition, Tamim reiterated his endorsement of the Syrian people’s aspirations.

Qatar also supported the rebel faction Al-Rahman Legion in 2018, which has been engaged in conflicts with the Saudi-backed Jaysh al-Islam since 2017, highlighting the influence of regional rivalries on Syria’s civil war.

On 7 May 2023, Sheikh Tamim left an Arab League summit abruptly prior to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s address, demonstrating Qatar’s ongoing refusal to normalize ties with Assad’s government. In a 2022 interview, Tamim discussed persistent challenges following Syria’s suspension from the Arab League in 2011, emphasizing the prolonged conflict and refugee crisis. The Assad administration is widely accused of grave human rights abuses, including torture and attacks targeting civilians.

Qatar opposes Assad’s reinstatement to the Arab League alongside Western allies such as the United States and United Kingdom, stressing the necessity to safeguard Syrian refugees. On 30 January 2025, Sheikh Tamim became the first head of state to visit Damascus since Assad’s international isolation, engaging in talks on Syria’s post-war reconstruction and bilateral cooperation.

Russia

On 13 October 2022, Tamim met with President Putin in Astana amid global condemnation of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. He expressed pride in the robust Qatar-Russia ties. Qatar has played a facilitative role in peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine by promoting diplomatic dialogue and humanitarian exchanges.

Turkey

In December 2014, Tamim signed an agreement with Turkey focused on military cooperation aimed at strengthening collaboration in defense industries and training programs, permitting mutual deployment of forces.

On 2 December 2015, Tamim and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan formalized agreements covering education, maritime transport, intelligence sharing, and a long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply contract. They also announced plans for Turkey’s inaugural military base in the Persian Gulf region, situated in Qatar.

During Turkey’s currency crisis and strained US relations in August 2018, Qatar committed a $15 billion investment package following discussions between Tamim and Erdoğan in Ankara.

On 6 December 2021, Erdoğan visited Doha where both leaders signed fifteen agreements encompassing culture, economic cooperation, defense, security sectors, along with memoranda between government ministries. They also renewed the $15 billion currency swap agreement to reinforce bilateral economic stability.

On 4 December 2023, Erdoğan and Tamim co-chaired the ninth meeting of the Turkey-Qatar Supreme Strategic Committee, finalizing twelve cooperation agreements across multiple fields aimed at deepening their strategic partnership.

United Kingdom

During his inaugural official visit to the UK in October 2014, Tamim held meetings with then-Prime Minister David Cameron and Queen Elizabeth II. Discussions between Qatar and the UK included plans to establish a Qatari-British Economic Forum aimed at identifying shared investment prospects. Before this visit, The Telegraph advocated for Cameron to address Qatar's alleged financial support for Islamic extremist groups alongside Tamim. Conservative MP Stephen Barclay highlighted the importance of transparency in the UK's relations with Qatar and called for heightened scrutiny regarding potential terror financing concerns.

In July 2018, Tamim and UK Prime Minister Theresa May formalized a letter of intent to deepen collaboration between Qatar and the UK. This agreement focused on enhancing intelligence exchange, counterterrorism efforts, law enforcement cooperation against terrorism-related crimes, security measures in transportation sectors such as airports and aviation, and initiatives to tackle financial criminal activities.

Sheikh Tamim, accompanied by Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad Al Thani, participated in the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II on 19 September 2022 and later attended the coronation ceremony of King Charles III on 6 May 2023 at Westminster Abbey in London.

Following their encounter at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai in December 2023, King Charles III and Queen Camilla welcomed Tamim for a state visit at Buckingham Palace from 3 to 4 December 2024.

Europe

Between 2014 and 2024, Tamim engaged frequently with French presidents François Hollande and Emmanuel Macron, securing significant agreements such as the sale of Rafale fighter jets to Qatar and commercial deals valued at over US$14 billion. In 2024, both parties finalized an investment agreement worth €10 billion aimed at stimulating the French economy.

Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine in May 2022, Tamim broadened Qatar’s alliances across Europe by initiating energy and investment collaborations with Spain and Germany. That same year, he delivered his inaugural address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, focusing on the importance of resolving global conflicts.

Qatar assumed a pivotal diplomatic position by facilitating discussions between Russia and Ukraine to reunite children separated by the war. By May 2024, Qatari mediation had successfully returned six children to Ukraine. In June 2024, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Qatar to express gratitude for Tamim’s assistance and endorsed Qatar’s support for the Ukrainian Peace Formula conference held in mid-June.

United States

In July 2014, Tamim extended Qatar’s defense pact with the United States, reaffirming collaboration at the Combined Air Operations Center located at Al Udeid Air Base. Following a meeting with President Barack Obama in February 2015, he highlighted the strengthening strategic partnership between the U.S. and Qatar despite regional challenges.

A personal acquaintance of President Donald Trump, Tamim made several visits to the U.S. during Trump’s presidency, engaging in bilateral talks at the White House. He was instrumental in negotiations with Taliban representatives, facilitating the establishment of their inaugural overseas office in Doha in June 2013 as part of efforts toward peace in Afghanistan. Additionally, Qatar played a mediating role in securing the release of four Tajik soldiers kidnapped by the Taliban in 2014.

In July 2017, the U.S. and Qatar signed a memorandum of understanding targeting terrorism financing. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson commended Qatar’s advancements in curbing financial support for terrorist organizations.

Tamim attended a dinner hosted by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin in July 2019 alongside President Trump and notable business leaders such as Robert Kraft and Christine Lagarde.

In August 2021, President Joe Biden expressed appreciation for Qatar’s vital assistance during U.S. evacuations from Afghanistan, crediting Qatar with facilitating airlift operations. Sheikh Tamim became the first leader from the Gulf Cooperation Council to meet Biden at the White House in January 2022, where discussions covered bilateral ties, global energy security, Afghanistan, and peace efforts in the Middle East. Biden designated Qatar as a major non-NATO ally, underscoring its dependability as a partner.

Qatar hosted the landmark signing of the US–Taliban peace agreement in February 2020, which outlined the complete withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan. Since September 2020, Doha has served as a venue for ongoing peace negotiations between Afghan government officials and Taliban representatives.

In September 2023, Qatar successfully mediated a prominent prisoner exchange between the U.S. and Iran involving five detainees on each side and facilitated the release of $6 billion in Iranian assets previously frozen under U.S. sanctions. President Biden publicly acknowledged Sheikh Tamim and Qatari officials for their mediation efforts and for establishing a humanitarian communication channel with Iran.

United Arab Emirates

A Reuters investigation published in January 2019 uncovered that former US intelligence agents employed by the United Arab Emirates had infiltrated iPhones belonging to activists, diplomats, and foreign dignitaries, including Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Starting in 2016, the hacking software named 'K4RM4' allowed the UAE to surveil hundreds of individuals deemed critics or threats to its regime. The operation, called 'Project Raven' and headquartered in Abu Dhabi, consisted of Emirati security personnel alongside former US intelligence operatives. They gained remote access to iPhones by inputting phone numbers or email addresses into an automated targeting platform. Project Raven also targeted the phones of Sheikh Tamim’s brother and his associates.

Israel

Qatar was the first country on the Arabian Peninsula to initiate trade relations with Israel in 1996, maintaining a "working relationship" despite severing commercial connections in 2009 amid conflicts involving Israel and Hamas. In 2021, Qatar chose not to normalize diplomatic relations during a US-mediated agreement, focusing instead on supporting Palestinian interests. Qatar declared it would only establish formal ties once Israel adheres to the Arab Peace Initiative. Between 2011 and 2021, Qatar contributed more than $3 billion in aid to Gaza and the West Bank with Israeli consent. In 2022, Israeli military representatives were quietly deployed to Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base—an essential US CENTCOM forward operating location—as part of ongoing regional security collaboration.

Palestine

The Gaza war strained relations even with Arab nations such as Qatar, which had maintained longstanding ties with Israel. Sheikh Tamim attributed the breakdown of ceasefire and hostage negotiations solely to the Israeli government, labeling it an unreliable peace partner: "We are currently not witnessing a peace process, but a genocide."

In November 2024, during the United Nations' "International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People" held in Vienna, Tamim reiterated Qatar's endorsement of a two-state solution based on the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital. He stressed the importance of implementing international resolutions alongside the Arab Peace Initiative.

Personal characteristics and views

Sheikh Tamim is characterized as approachable, self-assured, pragmatic, and conservative while maintaining robust ties with Western nations such as the United States and France. Political experts expected him to adopt a more cautious and conservative stance compared to his father. Closely linked with the Muslim Brotherhood, Tamim emphasizes safeguarding Qatar’s Islamic traditions and national identity.

The image Tamim al-Majd ("Tamim the Glorious"), designed by advertiser Ahmed al-Maadheed, emerged as a potent symbol of nationalism during the 2017–19 Qatar diplomatic crisis, prominently featured throughout Qatar on various platforms and merchandise.

Personal life

  • On 8 January 2005, Sheikh Tamim wed his first wife and second cousin, Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad Al Thani. They have four children: two daughters and two sons:
    • Sheikha Al Mayassa (born 15 January 2006)
    • Sheikh Hamad (born 20 October 2008)
    • Sheikha Aisha (born 24 August 2010)
    • Sheikh Jassim (born 12 June 2012)
  • His second marriage was to Sheikha Al-Anoud bint Mana Al Hajri, daughter of a former Qatari Ambassador to Jordan, on 3 March 2009. They have five children: three daughters and two sons:
    • Sheikha Naylah (born 27 May 2010)
    • Sheikh Abdullah (born 29 September 2012)
    • Sheikha Rodha (born January 2014)
    • Sheikh Alqaqa'a (born 3 October 2015)
    • Sheikha Moza (born 19 May 2018)
  • On 25 February 2014, Sheikh Tamim married his third wife, Sheikha Noora bint Hathal Al Dosari. Together they have four children: one daughter and three sons:
    • Sheikh Joa'an (born 27 March 2015)
    • Sheikh Mohammed (born 17 July 2017)
    • Sheikh Fahad (born 16 June 2018)
    • Sheikha Hind (born 5 February 2020)

Overall, Sheikh Tamim is father to thirteen children born between 2006 and 2020: seven sons and six daughters from his three marriages.

Tamim actively participates in competitive sports and has been seen engaging in badminton and bowling alongside prominent individuals. He possesses a keen interest in history and Qatari heritage and is fluent in Arabic, English, and French.

Succession

The 2005 permanent constitution of Qatar mandates hereditary leadership exclusively among the descendants of Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Within the Al Thani family, succession is managed through internal designations.

National

  • Qatar
    • Grand Master of the Order of Independence (25 June 2013)
    • Grand Master of the Order of Merit (25 June 2013; Collar awarded on 5 August 2003)

Foreign

Awards

  • Egypt
    • Al-Ahram Newspaper: "Best Sports Personality in the Arab World" – awarded in 2006
  • International Olympic Committee

External links

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