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BACKGROUND
Qatar gained independence from Great Britain in 1972. It's leader is called an Emir, and each Emir since independence has come from the Al Thani family. Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani took over for his father, who abdicated, in June 2013.
STRUCTURE
The system in Qatar features some separation and collaboration of powers. It is headed by the Emir and his heir, who are aided by the Council of Ministers. Legislative powers are with the Advisory Council. The Emir, who is also commander in chief of the armed forces, appoints the Prime Minister and all other ministers. He does so with what are called Emiri decrees. The Prime Minister is the chairperson on the Council of Ministers, and oversees all actions by different ministers, and signs any resolution passed by the Council.
The first constitution was drafted in 1970, before independence, and was amended in 1972. In 1999 elections were held or the first time to form the Central Municipal Council.
INSTITUTIONAL MODERNIZATION AND DEVELOPMENT
The government has drafted a document called “Qatar National Vision 2030”, to help define and explain goals the state has in mind. These goals are largely based on fostering new business, building infrastructure, providing education, and efficient delivery of public services. Qatar has gone through a lot of changes and growth recently, and the state wishes to continue changing and growing. The 2030 document lays out benchmarks and guidance for Qatar's continual growth.
CENTRAL MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
The CMC was first formed in the early 1950s, and since 1999 has been a body elected by the public. There are twenty-nine elected members from 230 regions. Elections take place every four years, and the council meets every two weeks in Doha. The CMC's main responsibilities are, “Monitor the implementation of laws, decrees and regulations related to urban and industrial planning, infrastructure and other public systems”, and “Oversee the economic, financial and administrative management of municipal affairs and agriculture.”
Qatar gained independence from Great Britain in 1972. It's leader is called an Emir, and each Emir since independence has come from the Al Thani family. Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani took over for his father, who abdicated, in June 2013.
STRUCTURE
The system in Qatar features some separation and collaboration of powers. It is headed by the Emir and his heir, who are aided by the Council of Ministers. Legislative powers are with the Advisory Council. The Emir, who is also commander in chief of the armed forces, appoints the Prime Minister and all other ministers. He does so with what are called Emiri decrees. The Prime Minister is the chairperson on the Council of Ministers, and oversees all actions by different ministers, and signs any resolution passed by the Council.
The first constitution was drafted in 1970, before independence, and was amended in 1972. In 1999 elections were held or the first time to form the Central Municipal Council.
INSTITUTIONAL MODERNIZATION AND DEVELOPMENT
The government has drafted a document called “Qatar National Vision 2030”, to help define and explain goals the state has in mind. These goals are largely based on fostering new business, building infrastructure, providing education, and efficient delivery of public services. Qatar has gone through a lot of changes and growth recently, and the state wishes to continue changing and growing. The 2030 document lays out benchmarks and guidance for Qatar's continual growth.
CENTRAL MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
The CMC was first formed in the early 1950s, and since 1999 has been a body elected by the public. There are twenty-nine elected members from 230 regions. Elections take place every four years, and the council meets every two weeks in Doha. The CMC's main responsibilities are, “Monitor the implementation of laws, decrees and regulations related to urban and industrial planning, infrastructure and other public systems”, and “Oversee the economic, financial and administrative management of municipal affairs and agriculture.”
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Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who became Emir in June 2013. He took over for his father, who abdicated.
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Statistics from CIA World Factbook:
Crude oil--
Production: 1.631 million bbl/day (18th in world)
Exports: 704,300 bbl/day (18)
Imports: 0 bbl/day (NA)
Petroleum--
Production: 153,800 bbl/day (66)
Exports: 53,230 bbl/day (55)
Imports: 11,940 bbl/day (128)
Qatar is a small country, but it is flush with oil and especially natural gas. Comparing the statistics about crude oil and petroleum leads me to believe Qatar does not refine much of its crude oil into petroleum, instead, they sell crude oil to other nations who then refine it. Because Qatar is so small they do not import any crude oil, they have plenty of their own to suit their needs. Despite it's size, Qatar is one of the world's biggest players in the international energy industry. Obviously Qatar is wealthy for now, but what plans do they have for a world without crude oil and natural gas? How will Qatar adapt once all of their energy resources are gone? Will it still be one of the world's wealthiest nations? Will it be largely deserted?
Crude oil--
Production: 1.631 million bbl/day (18th in world)
Exports: 704,300 bbl/day (18)
Imports: 0 bbl/day (NA)
Petroleum--
Production: 153,800 bbl/day (66)
Exports: 53,230 bbl/day (55)
Imports: 11,940 bbl/day (128)
Qatar is a small country, but it is flush with oil and especially natural gas. Comparing the statistics about crude oil and petroleum leads me to believe Qatar does not refine much of its crude oil into petroleum, instead, they sell crude oil to other nations who then refine it. Because Qatar is so small they do not import any crude oil, they have plenty of their own to suit their needs. Despite it's size, Qatar is one of the world's biggest players in the international energy industry. Obviously Qatar is wealthy for now, but what plans do they have for a world without crude oil and natural gas? How will Qatar adapt once all of their energy resources are gone? Will it still be one of the world's wealthiest nations? Will it be largely deserted?
Economic Factors:
1. A British protectorate until 1971, Qatar had little control of its economy before independence. Not that there was much of an economy to control. But, after the discovery of vast oil and natural gas reserves Qatar developed rapidly. Its current growth rate, 19.4%,
2. From CIA World Factbook: Qatar is a capitalist, free market country. It has the world's highest GDP per capita and the world's lowest unemployment rate. Oil and gas account for more than 50% of total GDP, 70% of government revenue, and 85% of export revenue. Qatar is also a destination for ship repair, and they are a producer of ammonia, fertilizers, and various petro chemicals. Qatar's rapid growth will surely continue with their hosting of the 2022 World Cup, with its accompanying boom in construction of stadiums, rail systems, and other infrastructure needs demanded of hosting such a large event.
3. Qatar
Unemployment rate: 0.5%
Budget Surplus: 11.1% of GDP
These numbers tell me that Qatar's economy is booming. There are plenty of jobs (though most employees are foreign), and the oil and gas industries are thriving, creating a very wealthy citizenry and government.
4. GDP per capita: $103,900 (1)
1. A British protectorate until 1971, Qatar had little control of its economy before independence. Not that there was much of an economy to control. But, after the discovery of vast oil and natural gas reserves Qatar developed rapidly. Its current growth rate, 19.4%,
2. From CIA World Factbook: Qatar is a capitalist, free market country. It has the world's highest GDP per capita and the world's lowest unemployment rate. Oil and gas account for more than 50% of total GDP, 70% of government revenue, and 85% of export revenue. Qatar is also a destination for ship repair, and they are a producer of ammonia, fertilizers, and various petro chemicals. Qatar's rapid growth will surely continue with their hosting of the 2022 World Cup, with its accompanying boom in construction of stadiums, rail systems, and other infrastructure needs demanded of hosting such a large event.
3. Qatar
Unemployment rate: 0.5%
Budget Surplus: 11.1% of GDP
These numbers tell me that Qatar's economy is booming. There are plenty of jobs (though most employees are foreign), and the oil and gas industries are thriving, creating a very wealthy citizenry and government.
4. GDP per capita: $103,900 (1)