The Gulf 25 opening ceremony tells the story of Iraq's history and heritage. (QNA)
BASRA: Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Iraq HE Khalid bin Hamad Al Sulaiti praised the good organization of the 25th Arabian Gulf Cup (Gulf 25), which is being held in Basra for the second time after the 1979 edition in the capital Baghdad. The tournament starts today and will run until January 19.
In a statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA), His Excellency stressed that the tournament is witnessing a positive atmosphere and high organization at all levels, starting with receiving the participating delegations, and preparing all logistical matters and good stadiums.
HE Khalid bin Hamad Al Sulaiti, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Iraq. (QNA)
His Excellency pointed out that the State of Qatar has supported the tournament since it was decided to be held in the Iraqi city of Basra, and was keen to participate at the highest levels, stressing that the State of Qatar supports all steps that contribute to helping the Iraqi people in various fields, including sports.
HE the Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Iraq, who was constantly following the details of the tournament through continuous visits to Basra Governorate and meeting with its officials, added that the tournament is witnessing security stability in addition to the availability of all services for the GCC national teams fans, pointing to the completion of all organizational and technical matters, which helped to prepare Basra to host the tournament.
His Excellency praised the local authorities in Basra, led by Governor Asaad Al Eidani, who made exceptional efforts to make the tournament a success and coordinated with all delegations, especially the Qatari delegation.
His Excellency concluded his statement by stressing that the tournament has historical importance for the Gulf, its countries, and its teams, expressing his wishes for the tournament's success.
