Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia

07/13/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/13/2026 06:25

MALAYSIA’S REPRESENTATIVE TO THE OFFICIAL MOURNING OF THE LATE FATHER AMIR OF QATAR

MALAYSIA'S REPRESENTATIVE TO THE OFFICIAL MOURNING

OF THE LATE FATHER AMIR OF QATAR

Minister of Higher Education Senator Dato' Seri Diraja Dr. Zambry bin Abdul Kadir will represent the Government of Malaysia in paying final respects to the late Father Amir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, from 13 to 14 July 2026 in the State of Qatar.

His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of Qatar will receive condolences from foreign Heads of State, members of the ruling family, dignitaries and citizens at the Lusail Palace on 13 - 15 July 2026.

Following the passing of the late Father Amir, Qatar announced four days of official mourning throughout the country, beginning on Sunday, 12 July 2026. All ministries, government entities and public institutions in Qatar will be closed during this period.

Malaysia is profoundly saddened by this loss and stands in solidarity with the leadership and people of the State of Qatar during this period of mourning.

PUTRAJAYA

13 July 2026

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