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The political system of Qatar runs under an authoritarian[1][2] semi-constitutional monarchy with the emir as head of state and chief executive, and the prime minister as the head of government. Under the Constitution of Qatar, the partially-elected Consultative Assembly has a limited ability to reject legislation and dismiss ministers. The second general election was held in 2021; political parties are banned and all candidates had to run as independents.
- ^ "The objections to Qatar hosting the World Cup reek of Eurocentrism". NBC News.
In condemning Qatar, we should remember that the population of this authoritarian monarchy
- ^ "Political Stability: the Mysterious Case of Qatar". Middle East Political and Economic Institute.
; the Qatari state remains fundamentally autocratic