Islamic Solidarity Games open in Riyadh with global participation

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Governor of Riyadh, Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, inaugurated the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games on Friday at th...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Governor of Riyadh, Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, inaugurated the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games on Friday at the Janadriyah Camel Racing Track in the Saudi capital, Riyadh.

The opening ceremony was attended by First Vice President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC) and President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani along with several presidents of Islamic National Olympic Committees and numerous sports officials from around the world.

Also present were First Vice President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, HE Mohammed bin Yousef Al Mana and Second Vice President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, HE Dr. Thani bin Abdulrahman Al Kuwari.

The Opening ceremony featured a blend of arts performances highlighting Saudi culture and shared Islamic heritage, creating a festive atmosphere that combined tradition and modernity. The event also included a parade of participating nations, official speeches from the Games' organizing committee and the Islamic Solidarity Sports Federation, and the raising of the Games' flag.