Qatar Museums hosts meeting of GCC Undersecretaries responsible for antiquities, museums

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums hosted the 22nd meeting of the GCC Undersecretaries Responsible for Antiquities and Museums in collaboration with the GCC G...

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums hosted the 22nd meeting of the GCC Undersecretaries Responsible for Antiquities and Museums in collaboration with the GCC General Secretariat.

The agenda of the meeting encompassed a review of the significant decisions made during the 21st session, chaired by Oman in 2023 via video conference, ensuring follow-up on key outcomes. These decisions play a crucial role in advancing the collective efforts within the fields of antiquities and museums, while enhancing relationships among GCC countries, friendly nations, and international organizations operating in these spheres.

The meeting itinerary featured a recognition ceremony, honouring prestigious antiquities and museum specialists. Additionally, participating delegations had the opportunity to explore an archaeological sites during a guided tour.

The meeting was chaired by the CEO of Qatar Museums, H E Mohammed Saad Al Rumaihi, in the presence of the representative of the GCC General Secretariat, and representatives of the GCC countries.

Meanwhile, Director of the National Museum of Qatar, Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Hamad Al Thani, led the Qatari delegation participating in the meeting. The delegation included Director of Archaeology Department, Faisal Abdullah Al Nuaimi, and a group of archaeology specialists and experts from Qatar Museums.