Qatar

Key Facts

Population

2,155,446

Area

11,571 km²

Official Language

Arabic

Capital

Doha

Time

UTC+3

Currency

Riyal (QAR)

Constitution

Unitary parliamentary absolute monarchy

Climate

Weather of Qatar is pleasant during the short winter time, spanning from December to February. With a mild climate, temperatures remain in an endurable range.

Economy

Before the discovery of oil, the economy of the Qatari region focused on fishing and pearl hunting. Due to billions of dollars in surpluses from the oil and gas industry, the Qatari government has directed investments into United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific

Traveler Information

http://www.worldtravelguide.net/qatar

Investment Authority/Ministry of Economy

http://www.mec.gov.qa/en

Media Links

http://www.gulf-times.com/