Qatar National Day (اليوم الوطني لقطر, Al-Yawm al-Waṭani li-Qaṭar) is a national commemoration of Qatar’s unification in 1878, celebrated annually on 18 December. Established by a decree on 21 June 2007 by then Crown Prince and Heir Apparent Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the day is also known as Founder’s Day, honoring Sheikh Jassim Bin Mohammed Bin Thani as the father and founder of the State of Qatar.

The holiday serves as an occasion to reflect on Qatar’s history, identity, and the contributions of those who have shaped and continue to build the nation. It is a day of unity for the people of Qatar.

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In Stockholm, Sweden, Qatar National Day was celebrated on 9 December 2025 at the Grand Hôtel (Spegelsalen). The event was hosted by the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Stockholm and presented by Ambassador Nadya bint Ahmad Al-Sheebi. Highlights included a lottery organized by Qatar Airways, awarding three flights to Qatar, one of which was in business class. Speeches were delivered by State Minister for foreign affairs of the Swedish Parliament Dag Hartelius, and the Supreme Commander-in-Chief Michael Claesson.

The Embassy of the State of Qatar in Stockholm, inaugurated in December 2014, marked its 10th anniversary during this occasion. Below is our pictures of the reception: