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Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani

b. 1946

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About Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani

Born 1946. Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani is a diplomat.

Sheikh Ahmed bin Saif bin Ahmed bin Muhammed Al Thani, GBE (born 1946) is a Qatari royal. He is the grandson of Sheikh Ahmed bin Muhammed Al Thani.

Career He was educated at University of London.

Al Thani has held the following posts: Ambassador of Qatar at the Court of St James's 1972–1973 in Netherlands. Ambassador in Sweden 1973–1975. Ambassador in Norway 1975–1977. In 1978, the ruler Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani appointed him as the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs 1978–1989. Minister for Justice 1989–1995. Minister of State without portfolio since 1995.

Children Sheikha Aliya bint Ahmed bin Saif (born in 1974) Sheikh Saif bin Ahmed bin Saif (born in 1984) Sheikh Muhammad bin Ahmed bin Saif (born in 1990) Sheikha Shua'a bint Ahmed bin Saif Sheikha Nouf bint Ahmed bin Saif Sheikha Dr. Dena bint Ahmed bin Saif Sheikha Lamia bint Ahmed bin Saif

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Important facts

Born
1946
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Diplomat
Positions held
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, Minister of Justice of Qatar

Family & relationships

Child
Alya bint Ahmed Al Thani

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani?

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When was Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani born?

Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani was born in 1946.

What is Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani's occupation?

Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani is a diplomat.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani

· Wikidata: Q4696098

· DBpedia: Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani

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