Recognizing the importance of our Arab and Islamic affiliation, of which we are so
proud,
Noting with satisfaction the results of the Referendum on the Permanent Constitution
of the State of Qatar, on 29th April 2003, and its approval by an overwhelming
majority of citizens,
Taking into account Article 141 of the Permanent Constitution,
Have decreed the following Constitution which shall be published in the Official
Gazette one year after it is issued, during which time constitutional institutions shall be
completed, and necessary measures thereto be undertaken by Law.
Part 1
The State and the Basis of its Rule
Article 1
Qatar is an independent sovereign Arab State. Its religion is Islam and the Shari'a Law shall be the principal source
of its legisla on. Its poli cal system is democra c. The Arabic Language shall be its official language. The people of
Qatar are a part of the Arab na on.
Article 2
The capital of the State is Doha City; the capital may be transferred to any other loca on by law. The State shall
exercise sovereignty on its own territory, and may neither relinquish this sovereignty nor cede any part of its
territory.
Article 3