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Will Sheikh Tamim Rebalance Qatar’s Foreign Policy?

In the first article of a two-part series, Qatar’s new emir will likely follow his father's course, but Qatar’s may be forced to adjust its approach to international affairs.
Madjid Bougherra (R) of Lekhwiya receives the trophy from Qatar's Crown Prince Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani at Al-Sadd Stadium after the final match of the Crown Prince Cup soccer tournament against Al-Sadd in Doha May 4, 2013.    REUTERS/Fadi Al-Assaad (QATAR - Tags: SPORT SOCCER ROYALS) - RTXZAGP

Part Two: Emir Replaces HBJ as Head of Qatar Investment Authority

The handing over of power in Qatar to Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani is not a fleeting event in terms of its timing and what it means regarding changes in Qatari foreign policy and their impact on the Middle East. Needless to say, the small emirate of Qatar has played important roles during Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani’s 18-year reign.

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