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King Charles, the Prince and Princess of Wales took part in the welcoming ceremony for the Emir with the first of his three wives, Sheikha Jawaher.
But who is he and what is his role? Here’s everything we know.
Who is the Emir of Qatar?
The Emir of Qatar is His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the reigning monarch and head of state of Qatar. As emir, he holds the highest office in the country. He is Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces and Custodian of Qatar’s Constitution, ensuring that the country’s laws are upheld.
Sheikh Tamim succeeded his father, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, upon ascending the throne in 2013. The transition marked a smooth generational change in leadership.
Sheikh Tamim, 44, was born in Doha but has strong ties to Britain, having completed part of his education here. After completing high school in Qatar, he attended Sherborne School in Dorset. Sheikh Tamim then moved to the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and earned his commission in 1998.
Upon his return to Qatar, Sheikh Tamim served in the armed forces and was appointed heir apparent on August 5, 2003. In addition to this title, he became Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and began to closely assist his father in preparing for his future. responsibilities as leader of the country.
Who are his three wives and when did he marry them?
Here is an overview of the emir’s marriages:
- Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al Thani: She married in 2005 and is the first wife of the emir and his second cousin. She is the most visible of his spouses and consistently attends royal duties and public events both in Qatar and abroad. Sheikha Jawaher is the only woman who accompanies him on his journey to Britain.
- Sheikha Al-Anoud bint Mana Al Hajri: The Emir married Sheikha Al-Anoud on March 3, 2009. She is the daughter of Mana bin Abdul Hadi Al Hajri, a prominent figure who previously served as Qatar’s ambassador to Jordan.
- Sheikha Noora bint Hathal Al Dosari: His third marriage took place on February 25, 2014. Sheikha Noora keeps a low profile, with little public information about her role or appearances.
How many children does he have?
Sheikh Tamim has thirteen children from his three marriages.
With Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al Thani (four children):
- Daughters: Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2006)
- Sheikha Aisha bint Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2010)
- Sons: Sheikh Hamad bin Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2008)
- Sheikh Jassim bin Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2012)
Of Sheikha Al-Anoud bint Mana Al Hajri (five children):
- Daughters: Sheikha Naylah bint Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2010)
- Sheikha Rodha bint Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2014)
- Sheikha Moza bint Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2018)
- Sons: Sheikh Abdullah bin Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2012)
- Sheikh Alqaqa bin Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2015)
Of Sheikha Noora bint Hathal Al Dosari (four children):
- Daughter: Sheikha Hind bint Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2020)
- Sons: Sheikh Joa’an bin Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2015)
- Sheikh Mohammed bin Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2017)
- Sheikh Fahad bin Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 2018)
The Emir’s large family reflects Qatar’s royal traditions, with children playing a prominent role in family history and state representation.