Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed Al Qasimi
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name in Arabic | الشيخ خالد بن محمد القاسمي |
| Lived | 1931 to 1972 |
| Ruler of Sharjah | 24 June 1965 to 1972 |
| Successor | His brother, Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi |
Source: UAE Government Portal: Founders of the Union1
His rule
Sheikh Khalid succeeded Sheikh Saqr bin Sultan Al Qasimi as Ruler of Sharjah on 24 June 1965. He contributed to the founding of the General Security and Police Force in 1967 and took part in the first talks on creating the federation.1
He died in office on 25 January 1972 and his brother, Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, became Ruler the same day.1,2
Sources
- UAE Government Portal: Founders of the Union
- Official website of Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi: Biography
Facts checked 22 October 2026. Prepared by Invest-Emirates.ae for general information.