Prime Minister Gaston Browne and OECS Leaders Mourn the Passing of Qatar’s Father Emir

Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda and Chairman of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) the Rt. Hon. Gaston Browne has extended heartfelt condolences to the Amir, Government and people of the State of Qatar following the passing of His Highness SheikhHamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Father Emir of the State of Qatar, while also issuing a statement on behalf of the Heads of Government of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) honouring his remarkable legacy of leadership and service.

In a letter addressed to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, Prime Minister Browne conveyed the deepest sympathies of the Government and people of Antigua and Barbuda.

“On behalf of the Government and people of Antigua and Barbuda, and on my own behalf, I extend our deepest condolences to Your Highness, the Royal Family, and the people of the State of Qatar on the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Emir,” the Prime Minister wrote.

Prime Minister Browne described the late Father Emir as a distinguished statesman whose visionary leadership and unwavering dedication significantly contributed to the modernization and development of the State of Qatar while advancing regional peace, economic prosperity and international engagement. He also offered prayers for strength and comfort to the Royal Family and the people of Qatar during this period of mourning.

In his capacity as Chairman of the OECS Authority, Prime Minister Browne also issued a statement on behalf of the Heads of Government of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States, recognising the profound impact of the late Father Emir on both Qatar and the international community.

The OECS statement noted that Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani’s visionary leadership transformed Qatar from a small Gulf nation into one of the world’s most influential centres of innovation, diplomacy, education, investment and economic development.