Qatar: Introduction
Qatar is a country in the Middle East occupying the Qatar Peninsula on the larger Arabian Peninsula. It is bordered by Saudi Arabia and the Persian Gulf. Much of the country is desert. The government system is an emirate; the chief of state is the amir or sheikh and the head of government is the prime minister. Qatar is a member of the League of Arab States (Arab League) and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
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Qatar: U.S. Commercial Service - Country Commercial Guide
Qatar: World Bank - Doing Business Indicators
Qatar: U.S. Department of State - Country Travel Information