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Media Note
Office of the Spokesman
Washington, DC
May 12, 2006


The Qatar Katrina Relief Fund

On September 14, 2005, the Amir of the State of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, graciously announced a gift of $100 million for those stricken by Hurricane Katrina. On Saturday, May 13, 2006, at a ceremony in New Orleans, representatives of the State of Qatar will announce the disbursement of $60 million of this sum to institutions and non-governmental organizations providing healthcare and educational services to those affected by this natural disaster. This event is open to the public. Journalists wishing to attend this event should contact Mr. Ali Al Thani, Deputy Chief of Mission at the Qatar Embassy in Washington, at tel. (202) 274-3124.

The United States would like to extend its deepest appreciation to the government and people of the State of Qatar for their generous contributions in support of Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. The U.S. and Qatar have enjoyed an enduring friendship, working together as partners to bring peace and stability to the Near East region, and Qatar’s generosity in the Hurricane Katrina Relief efforts will be felt for many years to come.

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Released on May 12, 2006

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