With a career in international politics and diplomacy that spans decades, Dr. Hamad Al-Kuwari offers his unique perspective to the complex political and social issues facing Qatar and the Arab world. A mixture of personal stories and professional biography, A'la Qadri Ahli Ala'zm covers themes ranging from methods of negotiation to cultural diplomacy, education and the path to freedom. In doing so, Dr. Al-Kuwari not only delves deep into contemporary issues, but he also offers cultural solutions to pressing political dilemmas seen in both the Middle East and the world at large, such as injustice and intolerance.

A'la Qadri Ahli Ala'zm is a must read for anyone passionate about politics, culture, and the Middle East -as seen through the eyes of a decorated diplomat and a statesman.

Dr. Hamad bin Abdulaziz Al-Kuwari is currently serving as Qatar's Minister of Culture, Arts and Heritage, having been appointed in 2008. He has a bachelor's degree in Arabic and Islamic Studies from the Cairo University, a master's degree in Political Philosophy from the Sorbonne in France, and a PhD in Political Science from New York University. Proficient in French, English and Arabic, Dr. Al Kuwari spent many years in the diplomatic corps, having served as Ambassador to Lebanon, Syria and France. He was Qatar's representative at the United Nations and the country's delegate to UNESCO between 1970 and 1984. He has also authored a number of books and political and cultural essays in several Arab journals.