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Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim Al Thani, born January 10, 1959, is Qatar’s richest man with a net worth of $4.46 billion. A former Prime Minister (2007–2013) and Foreign Minister (1992–2013), he shaped Qatar’s economic and foreign policy. He led global investments through the Qatar Investment Authority, growing assets from $65B to over $450B. His holdings include stakes in Deutsche Bank, Heritage Oil, and Quintet Private Bank. He has chaired Qatar Airways, Qatari Diar, and The Pearl Project. Despite controversy over his business dealings under diplomatic immunity, he remains a powerful force in global finance and Qatari politics.

In Naguib Sawiris’s view, success doesn’t mean fame, popularity, or charm—it means resilience, perseverance, and steadfastness. His life story reflects the fact that he was born into a wealthy but disciplined family and he carved his path through education, early entrepreneurship, and then leadership in industries like telecommunications and real estate. Despite challenges, he consistently expanded his businesses globally and remained a strong force in Egypt’s economic and social development. With a net worth of USD5 billion in 2025, Sawiris defines success not by wealth alone, but by long-term impact, grit, and continuous innovation.