Press Release June 15, 2020 For Immediate Release The U.S. State Department has named Greta C. Holtz as Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Doha, Qatar. In this capacity, Ambassador Holtz will represent the United States government and lead the embassy in its diplomatic engagement with the State of Qatar. Ambassador Holtz is a senior, career U.S. diplomat with extensive experience in …
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By: U.S. Embassy Charge d’Affaires William Grant As we celebrate the International Human Rights Day on December 10, we are reminded that on this day in 1948 the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The courage of our forebears determined that all individuals should enjoy protections from torture and …
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“Muslims in America celebrate Ramadan in a variety of unique ways, but also enjoy the strong traditions similarly observed in Qatar and other countries. Ramadan combines an individual sense of responsibility with a greater sense of community and pride. For example, many Muslim Americans volunteer in their communities by serving food to the needy, organizing …
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On February 27, the U.S. Embassy hosted its annual National Day Gala at the St. Regis Hotel. Ambassador Dana Shell Smith welcomed the guests of honor, His Excellency Saleh Bin Ghanim Nasser Al Ali, Minister of Culture and Sport; His Excellency Mohammed Bin Abdullah Al Rumaihi, Minister of Municipality and Environment and a distinguished array …
Read More» On September 2, Ambassador Smith met with Minister of Youth and Sport HE Salah bin Ghanem Al Ali and discussed issues of mutual interest.
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