The founding prince: a historic journey that led Qatar's renaissance
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani led Qatar's modern renaissance, during which the country experienced significant economic growth. His reign saw the GDP increase more than 24 times, and per capita income rise about sixfold, with the value of the hydrocarbon sector expanding from 11 billion riyals to 403 billion riyals. A permanent constitution was enacted, and Qatar's National Vision 2030 was developed. Media reforms were also initiated, including the founding of Al Jazeera Channel. Major sporting achievements included hosting the 2022 World Cup. He came to power in 1995 and transferred authority to his Crown Prince in 2013.
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