Qatar, though quite global in its approach, is organising its first event at this level. The FIFA World Cup in a country of 3.8 million people is surely going to put this nation in the limelight. Qatar has spent billions of dollars to create an infrastructure that suits FIFA. Qatar, a country where soccer is uncommon, is set to host the FIFA event, a rare combination. However, Qatar’s goal has never been to boost interest in soccer; rather, it has been to highlight the country’s rich culture and natural resources to the rest of the globe. To help this motive, Qatari residents are instructed to be hospitable during the FIFA World Cup in front of the world.
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Qatari residents are instructed to be hospitable during FIFA world cup
Our we had a discussion with Mr Abdul, a resident of Doha working in a government department of Qatar. Abdul said, ” We are aware of our responsibility and will do our best to uphold the reputation of our culture and country.”
He added, ” Our culture is our strength, we were known to be conservative and that why our culture is unknown to the western world.We have got this opportunity to make the world experience the richness of Qatari traditions and culture”.
On Asking him , what administration has communicated to Qatari residents. He said ” Our administration expects us to act hospitably and warmly toward foreign fans”.
He again added “Qataris are already kind and cordial, but we will be extra careful with foreigners during FIFA world cup “.
Other important considerations by Qatar for the comfort of Foreign travellers
Qatari residents are suggested to use private Vehicles during FIFA world cup travel
In the most recent conversation, Qatari officials have urged locals to utilize private vehicles rather than the public transit system during the course of Event. This is especially when fans will be travelling to stadiums of Matches. Qatari public transport system previously has never face this type of mass gathering. 1.8 lakh fans are expected to use public transport twice in a day during group stage matches of FIFA world cup.
This is the reason, authorities have urged the residents to use private vehicles to visit stadiums during matches.
Residents are now allowed to host foreign fans at home
Authorities have permitted Qatari residents to host friends and families and even unknown fans. They can register their properties on hayya card portal, and submit fans details. After approval they will be allowed to host the foreign fans. This will help not only the residents but also the foreign fans who are looking for a proper accommodation.
Summary of Article
- The FIFA World Cup in a country of 3.8 million people is surely going to put Qatar in the limelight.
- Qatar has spent billions of dollars to create an infrastructure that suits FIFA.
- Qatar, a country where soccer is uncommon, is set to host the FIFA event, which is a rare combination.
- However, Qatar’s goal has never been to boost interest in soccer; rather, it has been to highlight the country’s rich culture and natural resources to the rest of the globe.
- To help this motive, Qatari residents are instructed to be hospitable during the FIFA World Cup in front of the world.
- He said ” Our administration expects us to act hospitably and warmly toward foreign fans”.
- He again added “Qataris are already kind and cordial, but we will be extra careful with foreigners during FIFA world cup “.
- Other important considerations by Qatar for the comfort of Foreign travellers Qatari residents are suggested to use private Vehicles during FIFA world cup travel In the most recent conversation, Qatari officials have urged locals to utilize private vehicles rather than the public transit system during the course of Event.
- 1.8 lakh fans are expected to use public transport twice in a day during group stage matches of FIFA world cup.
- Residents are also now allowed to host foreign fans at home Authorities have permitted Qatari residents to host friends and families and even unknown fans.
