President of QOC: Olympic Games Foster Friendships and Peace Through Sports

Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani

HE President of Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani stressed that the Olympic Games foster friendships and peace through sports.

This statement was made during His Excellencys speech at a reception organized by the Qatar Olympic Committee for Team Qatar in Paris, in the presence of HE Chairperson of Qatar Museums Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al-Thani , HE Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation (QF) Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al-Thani, senior representatives of the Qatar Olympic Committee, as well as numerous guests, prominent figures, and leaders from the Olympic movement.

His Excellency stated "the world's best athletes coming together in peaceful competition reminds us that we are connected by a shared humanity. In these days of competition, we have seen how sport transcends boundaries, breaks down barriers, and builds bridges between people of different cultures and backgrounds. This is a message that is needed in todays world more than ever. " He emphasized that the celebration is not only about the outstanding achievements of our athletes but also the shared values and spirit that define the Olympic Games.

His Excellency also praised the efforts of the International Olympic Committee, led by Dr. Thomas Bach, and underscored the importance of upholding the Olympic spirit even in the face of difficulties to ensure that the Olympic Games continue to be a source of inspiration and a beacon of hope for the future.

The reception was held on the sidelines of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and was part of Qatar's commitment to supporting the Olympic movement and harnessing the power of sports to make a valuable contribution to social development worldwide.

The reception concluded with the announcement of the first translation from French into Arabic of selected writings by Pierre De Coubertin, the father of the modern Olympic Games, titled "Textes Choisis: Volume 1".

The book was realized through a collaboration between Qatar Museums, 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, Qatar Olympic Committee, and the International Olympic Committee.

The book launch speech was given by the President of the Pierre de Coubertin Family Association, Alexandra De Navacelle De Coubertin.

(QNA)