The network was established to allow the people of the region to see the world from their perspective, Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani said in a ceremony last night.
Upon his return to Qatar last night, Sheikh Hamad was welcomed by several of his sons, including the country's Emir Sheikh Tamim, and Sheikh Joaan, who posted a message and photo on Instagram expressing happiness at the return.
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, 63, had been on vacation at a resort in the Atlas mountains, according to media reports. A government statement said he is now recovering in Zurich following emergency surgery.