🇶🇦 Qatar

State of Qatar

Flag of Qatar

Basic Information

Capital
Doha
Region
Asia / Western Asia
Population
3,081,874
Area
11,586 km²
Currencies
Qatari riyal (ر.ق)
Languages
Arabic

About country

Qatar is a sovereign state located in Western Asia, occupying the Qatar Peninsula. It shares a land border with Saudi Arabia and is otherwise surrounded by the Persian Gulf. The country's landscape is predominantly flat desert, with limited natural resources beyond oil and gas. Historically, Qatar was a British protectorate, gaining independence in 1971. Today, Qatar is a major player in the global energy market and has invested heavily in infrastructure and development. The capital, Doha, is a modern city and a hub for international business and tourism.

Political Information

System of Government
Emirate
Independent
Yes
UN Member
Yes

Codes & Identifiers

ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2
QA
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-3
QAT
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Neighboring Countries

Additional Flags & Symbols

British Protectorate of Qatar
British Protectorate of Qatar
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