Early Life
Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani was born in Doha, Qatar, in 1959. He is the fifth son of Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani. His great uncle, Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, was the founder of modern Qatar. His early life set the stage for a significant career in politics and business, leading to influential roles within and beyond Qatar.
Rise to Success
Sheikh Hamad began his career in the government in 1982. He served as the Director of the office of the minister of municipal affairs and agriculture. He was appointed as the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Agriculture in July 1989. In 1990, he was appointed as the Deputy Minister of Electricity and Water. On September 1, 1992, Hamad was appointed as the Foreign Minister of Qatar. He retained this position after the 1995 coup. He was appointed as the Prime Minister on April 2, 2007, while still serving as the Foreign Minister.
Key Business Strategies
Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani has stakes in various businesses, including Qatar Airways, the Foreign Investment Company, Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company, The Pearl Island, and Harrods. He oversaw Qatar's $230 billion sovereign wealth fund until 2013. Through an entity called Paramount Services Holdings, he owns 3% of Deutsche Bank, which is his largest publicly-traded holding. He has been described as the strategic mind behind Qatari investments.
Philanthropy
Hamad, along with his brothers, established a multimillion-dollar charity fund. He views his charitable work as a continuation of his father's legacy, dedicated to making a positive impact on many needy communities worldwide.
