At the age of 74, the Former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, passed away, marking the end of an influential chapter in the nation's history. With the onset of his reign from 1995 to 2013, he played an important role in transforming Qatar into a global economic and diplomatic powerhouse. His leadership had witnessed a rapid modernization and major investments in the field of education and infrastructure, along with the expansion of Qatar's international influence.