Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani Quotes
Born: January 1, 1952
Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former Emir of Qatar, is a towering figure of resilience and strategic focus. His leadership transformed a small Gulf nation into a global hub of diplomacy, education, and culture, driven by an unyielding belief in progress against all odds. His philosophy centers on the power of unwavering vision—turning challenges into stepping stones for national rebirth. From navigating regional turmoil to championing bold reforms, his legacy is a masterclass in perseverance. His quotes resonate deeply because they speak to the human spirit’s capacity to endure, adapt, and triumph through sheer determination and clarity of purpose.
Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani Quotes (7)
"I really don't want you to think of Qatar as a hydrocarbon country alone. We know that hydrocarbons will come and go. But education will stay. It is the most important thing for us."
— Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Than"Based on 30 years of experience with the Iranians, they will give you 100 words. Trust only one of the 100."
— Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Than"We in the Middle East like to talk politics, we like to argue. Just look at the three prophets - Moses, Jesus and Mohammad. They are all from this small region which creates problems all the time."
— Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Than"I don't see why OPEC countries should continue to cut production just to keep the price of oil high. This will not affect the industrial countries alone, it will also hit poor countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Who will look after them?"
— Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Than"It is better for the Arab countries themselves to interfere out of their national, humanitarian, political and military duties and to do what is necessary to stop the bloodshed in Syria."
— Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Than"I would like to extend to you our deep appreciation and thanks for the position the United States has taken in support of the democratization process that has taken place in Tunisia, in Egypt, and what is attempting to take place in Libya."
— Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Than"Of course we are coming to invest in Germany - that is certain. Most airplanes in the fleet of Qatar Airways are from Airbus."
— Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Than