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Qatari Scorecard

Country profile

Qatar is a small, oil-rich country in the Persian Gulf with a rapidly modernizing infrastructure and a deep-rooted Bedouin heritage. It has a population of 2.7 million, a population growth rate of -0.05%, and a median age of 33.19 years.

Its history includes centuries as a trading post and pearl diving center, evolving through traditional governance and modern statehood under a ruling monarchy.

Today, Qatar is known for its impressive skyscrapers, cultural festivals, and initiatives to diversify its economy while maintaining a strong sense of national identity.

Its capital city is Doha.

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