Qatar is a small but prosperous emirate on the Arabian Peninsula, known for its vast natural gas reserves which make it one of the wealthiest countries in the world. Ruled by the Al Thani family since the 19th century, Qatar has transformed from a pearl trading center to a modern regional power, investing heavily in infrastructure and tourism, as demonstrated by hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Despite its modernity, Qatar maintains strong ties to its cultural and religious heritage, and its legal system combines civil law with Islamic Sharia. Currently, the country is undergoing a transformation to diversify its economy and consolidate its influence on the international stage. Wikipedia
| capital: | Doha (الدوحة) |
| currency: | Qatari riyal |
| country calling code: | +974 |
| population: | 2,639,211 |
| area: | 11,437 km² |
| head of state: | Tamim bin Hamad Al |
| head of government: | Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani |
| basic form of government: | constitutional monarchy |
| official language: | Arabic |
| licence plate code: | Q |
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