Qatar's Emir announces referendum on ending electoral Shura Council, citing tribal tensions.

Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, announced a referendum to potentially end the country's brief experiment with electing members of the advisory Shura Council, which occurred only once in 2021. The emir cited concerns over tribal tensions and social cohesion as reasons for this decision. The upcoming referendum, which lacks a set timeline, will address constitutional amendments, with the results being binding.

October 15, 2024
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