Doha: Qatari newspapers highlighted two main topics in their editorials Thursday, including HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani’s ratification of the constitutional amendments of 2024 to the Permanent Constitution of the State of Qatar, marking a historic new chapter in the country’s state-building and development process. The newspapers also noted HH the Amir’s congratulations to President-Elect Donald Trump on winning the US presidential election, reaffirming the strong strategic ties between Qatar and the friendly United States, as well as their collaborative efforts on various regional and international issues.
According to Qatar News Agency, Al-Raya newspaper’s editorial emphasized that HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani’s ratification of the constitutional amendments, following the results of the referendum, launches a new historical phase in the State of Qatar’s development, with a focus on national unity. The paper praised Qataris for their transparent participation in the referendum
, reflecting their commitment to national interests, as evidenced by the overwhelming approval rate of 90.6% for the amendments. It noted that the people of Qatar lived up to expectations and began writing a new chapter of glory, one that honors the legacy of the forefathers who aimed for Qatar to remain united in times of both prosperity and adversity. This was confirmed by HH the Amir, who affirmed that Qataris celebrated the fruits of what the forefathers planted in terms of unity, solidarity, and love for the country.
The paper underlined that there are significant benefits the Qatari people will gain following the ratification of the constitutional amendments, which will elevate the values of citizenship, equality, and transparency among members of society by strengthening Qatar’s social fabric. Moreover, the amendments reaffirm Qatar’s ongoing efforts to establish the supremacy of justice and the rule of law. Al-Raya concluded by hailing the smooth and efficient conduct of the referendum, commending th
e Ministry of Interior and relevant authorities for their efforts to ensure its success. This highlights Qatar’s ability to manage the voting process smoothly, benefiting from its extensive experience in organizing large-scale events, as well as its advanced digital infrastructure, which contributed to the successful completion of this national task.
In its editorial, Al-Watan newspaper said that HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani ratified the constitutional amendments of 2024 to the Permanent Constitution of the State of Qatar, after reviewing the results of the referendum held on Tuesday, and the constitutional amendments obtaining an approval rate of 90.6 percent of the total valid votes. These amendments are effective from the date of announcing the referendum results and to be published in the Official Gazette. It stressed that the referendum’s overwhelming success reflected the people’s support for the amendments, which were seen as vital for the country’s national progress, noting that the Pe
rmanent Constitution of the State of Qatar serves as the legal safeguard for national ambitions and interests.
The newspaper emphasized that the amendments would foster social cohesion, uphold inherited values, and reinforce the principles of justice, consultation, and the rule of law, while ensuring equal citizenship rights and duties. In conclusion, Al-Watan underlined that the country is now at an important stage that will open new horizons for growth, progress, and prosperity, one that future generations will look back on with pride and admiration. Certainly, the noble goals these amendments aim to achieve represent historic moments in the journey of development and flourishing for our beloved country, leading towards a brighter future.