List of Countries that start with Q

There is only one country in the world with a name that begins with the letter ‘Q’. Here is some general information about it.

Country	Flag	Population	Capital	Foundation
Qatar	🇶🇦	2,979,000	Doha	1971

🇶🇦 Qatar

Qatar is a small peninsula country located in Western Asia, bordering Saudi Arabia to the south and surrounded by the Persian Gulf. The country has a hot desert climate with long, extremely hot summers and short, mild winters. Qatar’s name is believed to derive from “Qatara,” likely referring to the country’s most prominent settlement in ancient times. The modern state of Qatar emerged as an independent country in 1971 after gaining independence from the United Kingdom. Known for its vast natural gas reserves, Qatar has transformed into one of the world’s wealthiest countries per capita and has become a significant player in international affairs.

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