255. Qatar: A History
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Qatar: From Pearl Divers to Geopolitical Power
This chapter examines Qatar's historical evolution into a significant geopolitical player, spotlighting its vast natural gas reserves and rich maritime heritage. It traces the nation's strategic importance during key historical periods, including trade dynamics with powerful empires and local power struggles in the 19th century. The narrative highlights influential families, colonial interventions, and the intertwining of local culture with foreign powers, culminating in Qatar's ascendancy on the global stage.
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