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As-Salam Al-Amiri (Arabic: ?????? ????????, as-Sal?m al-Am?r?, meaning "Peace to the Prince") is the national anthem of the state of Qatar. It was written by Sheikh Mubarak bin Saif al Thani and the tune is the work of Abdulaziz bin Nasser Al Obaidan Fakhro.
The anthem of Kuwait was also called as-Salam al-Amiri from 1951-1978.
Video As-Salam al-Amiri
History and use
The anthem was adopted on December 7, 1996 upon the accession of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani to the throne. It was first used at a Gulf Cooperation Council meeting held in Qatar in December of that year.
In 2015, Sheikh Mubarak bin Saif Al Thani presented the first written draft of the anthem to the Qatar National Museum, where it will be put on display.
Maps As-Salam al-Amiri
Lyrics
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References
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External links
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs - The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs' page on the National Anthem.
- Qatar: As Salam al Amiri - Audio of the national anthem of Qatar, with information and lyrics
- 15th Asian Games - Qatar National Anthem played at the 15th Asian Games Closing Ceremonies. Hosted by YouTube.
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