Kate is expected to appear at her annual Christmas Carol Concert at Westminster Abbey on December 6, which will honor individuals who have shown kindness in their communities.

This state visit from Qatar, announced earlier in October, is the second such visit of the year, following the visit of Japan's Emperor and Empress in June.

On November 25, 2024, Buckingham Palace announced that Princess Kate will join Prince William on December 3 to welcome the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and his wife during their state visit to the U.K.

Kate has had a limited public presence in 2024 due to recovering from major surgery and undergoing chemotherapy, but she is gradually resuming her royal duties.

In November, she made a surprise visit to support families affected by the Southport attack, showcasing her commitment to public service.

Royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith highlighted Kate's importance to the royal family and expressed optimism about her gradual return to public life.

King Charles has met the Emir on multiple occasions, including significant royal events and the recent Cop28 summit in Dubai.

Qatar plays a significant role as a mediator in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, though it faces criticism regarding its human rights record, particularly concerning LGBTQ+ rights.

Despite participating in the state visit, Kate will not attend the grand state banquet at Buckingham Palace due to her recent health issues.

During the visit, the Emir will also hold talks with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at Downing Street before concluding his trip.

Her recent engagements include significant ceremonial events in November, such as the Festival of Remembrance and the Remembrance Sunday service.

The Amir of Qatar, who has made eight previous visits to the U.K., attended King Charles and Queen Camilla's coronation in May 2023.