QOC announces Bid Committee leadership for 2036 Olympic Games

DOHA: The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) announced the formation of the Bid Committee for the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The announcement follo...

DOHA: The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) announced the formation of the Bid Committee for the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The announcement follows the QOC’s confirmation yesterday of its official participation in ContinuousDialogue with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) regarding hosting the Games.

President of the Qatar Olympic Committee H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, serves as Chairman of the Bid Committee, alongside Vice Chairperson of Qatar Foundation H E Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, who serves as Vice Chairperson. Their leadership brings together a unique blend of expertise in sport, education and social development, positioning the bid to speak authentically to both local aspirations and the long-term vision of the Olympic and Paralympic Movements.

H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani has served as President of the Qatar Olympic Committee since 2015. Under his leadership, Qatar has firmly established itself as a global hub for major international sporting events. His strategic vision has positioned sport not only as a vehicle for elite competition but as a pillar of national development, one that strengthens social cohesion, unlocks human potential, and drives inclusive economic and cultural progress. During his tenure, Qatar has successfully hosted numerous world championships across multiple disciplines and invested in world class infrastructure.

Internationally, Sheikh Joaan plays an influential role within the global Olympic Movement. He serves as Senior Vice President and President for Asia of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC), representing the voice and interests of the region on the world stage.

As a member of the IOC’s Olympism365 Commission, he contributes to advancing sport’s role in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. His leadership in helping establish the Olympic Refuge Foundation, with the Qatar Olympic Committee as a founding partner alongside the IOC, stands as a testament to his conviction that sport can serve as a powerful force for solidarity, hope, and inclusive development both regionally and globally.