Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Qatar)
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| Formed | 1971 |
| Jurisdiction | Qatar and its diplomatic missions worldwide |
| Headquarters | Doha |
| Agency executive | Khalid bin Mohammad Al Attiyah, Minister of Foreign Affairs |
| Website | mofa.gov.qa |
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Arabic: وزارة الخارجية) is the ministry responsible for handling Qatar's external relations and diplomatic efforts, including the maintenance of its diplomatic missions across the globe.[1] The former minister is Hamad bin Jassim Al Thani.[2]
History
Qatar was a part of the Ottoman Empire until the end of World War I, at which point it became a protectorate under British rule. After achieving full independence from the United Kingdom in 1971, the Qatari government established an independent foreign ministry.[1][3]
See also
- Foreign relations of Qatar
- Diplomatic missions of Qatar
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Ministry of Foreign Affairs". english.mofa.gov.qa. Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qatar. Retrieved 3 May 2012.
- ↑ "Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs". english.mofa.gov.qa. Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qatar. Retrieved 3 May 2012.
- ↑ "Historical Note". english.mofa.gov.qa. Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qatar. Retrieved 3 May 2012.
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