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The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the State of Qatar, Jeepio Hong, has expressed his profound sorrow over the passing of His Highness the late Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani. “We vividly remember His Highness’s First Visit to Korea and his vision to raise the relationship between the two nations to new heights. We extend our deepest condolences to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, the members of the Royal Family, the government, and the people of the State of Qatar in this hour of immense grief.”

Singapore has condoled the passing of His Highness the Father Amir,  Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani and paid rich tributes to  his contributions. “On behalf of the Embassy of Singapore in Doha, I extend my sincere condolences to His Highness  the Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani,, the Royal Family, and the people of Qatar. “We will remember His Highness the Father Emir for the bridges he built, and the heart and warmth with which he built them,” said Pong Kok Tian, ambassador of Singapore. “His Highness the Father Emir was instrumental in forging the warm and enduring friendship between Singapore and Qatar. It was at his suggestion that the Qatar–Singapore High-Level Joint Committee was established in 2006. It is an enduring legacy that continues to bring mutual benefits to Singapore and Qatar, as our countries continually explore new areas to leverage our complementarities.”

South Africa has expressed its condolences to Qatar, with President Cyril Ramaphosa joining in mourning His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani.  South African ambassador Ghulam Hoosein Asmal described HH the Father Amir as “a distinguished statesman whose vision, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to the socio-economic progress and prosperity of his nation and the Global South left an enduring legacy.” The ambassador said HH the Father Amir will be remembered for his invaluable contributions to the development of Qatar and for his efforts in advancing peace, dialogue, and cooperation among nations. He added: “We pray that Almighty Allah, in His infinite mercy, forgives his shortcomings, accepts his righteous deeds, and grants him the highest place in Jannat al-Firdaus. May Allah envelop him in His mercy and blessings, illuminate his grave, and reward him abundantly for his service to his people.  “The Government and People of the Republic of South Africa stand in solidarity with the leadership, government, and people of the State of Qatar during this difficult time. We pray that Allah (SWT) grants patience, strength, and solace to the Royal Family and all those who mourn this great loss.” 

Britain's King Charles III Sunday led commemorations for the nation 's war dead, along with other senior members of the royal family including his son William and his wife Catherine.The 76-year-old monarch, who is still undergoing treatment for an undisclosed cancer, laid the first wreath at a sombre ceremony at the Cenotaph memorial in central London after the traditional two-minute silence at 11am (1100 GMT).Queen Camilla and Catherine, now in remission after her own cancer diagnosis, watched from the balcony of the Foreign Office overlooking the memorial.Crowds lined the Whitehall area of the capital as political leaders, including Prime Minister Keir Starmer, current and former members of the armed forces, and war veterans, paid their respects to British and Commonwealth soldiers killed in two world wars and other conflicts.Around 10,000 armed forces veterans took part in a march-past, including around 20 who served in World War II.Among those who took part was 101-year-old Sid Machin, one of the last survivors of the Burma (now Myanmar) campaign, who served as part of a special forces unit.Other members of the royal family including Prince William also laid wreaths.Prince Harry, 41, who is largely estranged from his family after quitting royal duties along with his wife Meghan in 2020, was not present.Days ahead of the Remembrance Sunday events, however, he penned a piece released by his US office in which he expressed his pride at being British and urged people not to forget veterans.The younger son of the king, who did two tours of duty in Afghanistan, said he had witnessed "courage and compassion in the harshest conditions imaginable"."But I also saw how easy it can be, once the uniform comes off, for those who gave everything, to feel forgotten," he said.On Saturday evening, William and Catherine's eldest son, Prince George, 12, attended his first tribute for soldiers killed in action at the Royal Albert Hall in London.It was the first time George, second in line to the throne, had attended the Festival of Remembrance event organised annually by the Royal British Legion, an association dedicated to supporting veterans and their families.The event, always attended by the monarch and senior members of the royal family, featured readings, prayers, videos and musical performances -- including a performance by Rod Stewart.