Abeer Al Kawari, Director of National Collections and Special Initiatives at Qatar National Library,
Doha, Qatar: On the occasion of Qatar National Day, Qatar National Library has issued a statement of congratulations to H H the Amir, the government, and the people of Qatar, celebrating the nation’s remarkable achievements and growth under the visionary leadership of Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
In a statement, Abeer Al Kawari, Director of National Collections and Special Initiatives at Qatar National Library, said, “Today, we celebrate our nation’s remarkable journey of human development and sustainable growth, guided by the visionary leadership of Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. His leadership has solidified Qatar’s position as a global hub for innovation, knowledge exchange, and cultural dialogue.”
Al Kawari further emphasized the pride the Library takes in its role as a cultural institution. “At Qatar National Library, we take immense pride in the pivotal role we play as a cultural institution, contributing to a knowledge-based economy, fostering intellectual exchange, safeguarding our rich heritage, and promoting a culture of learning, reading, innovation, and exploration among all community members,” she said.
Highlighting the Library’s efforts in preserving Qatar’s legacy, she added, “Through our community initiatives, diverse resources, and the Heritage Library’s rare collection, we not only document and celebrate Qatar’s traditions and legacy, but also preserve the rich history of the Arab and Islamic world. This ensures that future generations can draw lessons from the past to shape the present and inspire the future.”
Al Kawari also underscored the importance of the National Collection, noting, “Our National Collection is central to our mission of documenting Qatar’s history and identity, deepening our understanding of our cultural roots. This invaluable treasure is cherished and preserved through our restoration and digitization efforts, empowering youth to contribute to the nation’s continued development.” Looking towards the future, Al Kawari reiterated Qatar National Library’s commitment to sharing Qatar’s heritage with the world.
“We remain committed to introducing Qatar and the region to the world through our diverse digital resources. These include Qatar Digital Library, the world’s largest online platform dedicated to the history of Qatar and the Gulf, our digital repository of Arab manuscripts, and aerial photographs documenting the urban development of Doha and Qatar,” she said. “Additionally, we are proud of our open-access platform, Manara, which makes scientific research available globally, and our latest initiative to document and preserve the collections of Qatari families.”
Al Kawari concluded with a reaffirmation of the Library’s dedication to Qatar’s future. “On this glorious day, we reaffirm our commitment to protect Qatar’s intellectual achievements, rich heritage, and national accomplishments as we look ahead to an even brighter future for Qatar and its ambitious, determined people.”
