The telephone consultation center between Trump and the Emir of Qatar The office of the Emir of Qatar announced that Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, received a phone call from US President Donald Trump. The office of the Emir of Qatar stated: Sheikh Tamim and Trump discussed diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions in the region, and the Emir of Qatar emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to resolve disputes and avoid conflicts.