Qatar Olympic Committee submits intention to bid for 2030 Asian Games
Doha, April 23, 2020-The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) has submitted its intention to bid for the 21st Asian Games 2030, as it looks to build on its impressive track record of hosting world-class international sporting events.
Qatar last hosted the Asian Games in 2006, which served as a catalyst for a period of unprecedented growth and development of sport within the country. Under the leadership the Amir HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad al Thani, Qatar has amassed an extensive knowledge in sport event planning and developed a wealth state-of-the-art sports venues and facilities.
QOC President HE Sheikh Joaan Bin Hamad Al-Thani said:
“The QOC, with the total support of the Qatar Government, is fully committed to bidding to host the 21st Asian Games. We had the honour of hosting the Asian Games in 2006 and we believe it is time to bid again and welcome Asia back to our country. The Doha of today is very different to the Doha of 2006 and the Doha of 2030 will be even more advanced. Athletes, NOCs, fans and all stakeholders can be assured of the very highest standards.
“We have had the privilege of hosting many prestigious sports events and we humbly believe that we have developed the expertise and infrastructure to be able to host a fantastic Asian Games. We want to put our experience and resources at the service of Asian sport. Working with all our friends in the Asian NOC family, we would provide the best platform to showcase their athletes and inspire the youth of Asia"
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