A sentinel guards an entrance of the Main Media Center (MMC) of the Asian Cup 2023 football tournament in Doha on January 9, 2024. (Photo by Jewel SAMAD / AFP)
Doha, Qatar: Ambassadors to Qatar are expressing assurance that the AFC Asian Cup will undoubtedly mirror the resounding successes of Qatar’s previous hosting endeavours, notably the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and the 2021 FIFA Arab Cup.
Ambassador of Thailand to Qatar, H E Sira Swangsilpa, lauded Qatar’s proven ability to host major sporting events, citing the triumph of the FIFA World Cup 2022. Swangsilpa commended Qatar’s dedication, attention to detail, and hospitality for players and visitors.
Sira Swangsilpa, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to Qatar
“Qatar continuously and has successfully organised and hosted many international sports events. We have seen Qatar’s dedication and attention to detail in all aspects, especially in the hospitality for the players and visitors. On this occasion, Thailand, as a fellow Asian country, is very proud of Qatar’s success and wishes Qatar all the best and achieve all the goals set for this tournament,” he told The Peninsula.
Satoshi Maeda, Ambassador of Japan to Qatar
Ambassador of Japan to Qatar, H E Satoshi Maeda, echoes the sentiment, noting Qatar’s standing as an international sports hub. Maeda highlighted Qatar’s successful organisation of mega events like the Arab Cup and FIFA World Cup, stressing the positive reception of the latter as the best edition of the tournament. “I’m certain that these experiences have provided Qatar with the knowledge and expertise to organise another successful championship,” he told The Peninsula.
Moreover, he also expressed trust in Qatar’s infrastructure, including top-tier stadiums, transportation systems, and accommodations, to ensure a memorable experience for players and fans alike. “Qatar’s infrastructure, including world-class stadiums, transportation systems, and accommodations, is well-equipped to handle the influx of fans and players expected for the Asian Cup. So, I have no doubt that the AFC Asia Cup Qatar 2023 will also be an unforgettable experience for both players and fans.”
Qatar, hosting the Asian Cup for the record third time, demonstrates readiness despite the limited time to prepare following the tournament’s shift from China last summer.
