Doha, October 17 (QNA) - The Qatar Amateur Radio Society, in collaboration with the Qatar Scouts and Guides Association, participated Saturday in the JOTA-JOTI (Jamboree on the Air - Jamboree on the Internet) event.

The annual global gathering brings together scouts and guides from around the world, enabling them to connect, exchange knowledge and experiences, and develop skills in communication, technology, and teamwork.

The Society participated through a radio station established at its headquarters using the special event call sign "A71AJOTA."

Speaking on the occasion, Vice President of the Qatar Amateur Radio Society Dr. Ahmed bin Hamad Al Mohannadi expressed the Society's pride in collaborating with the Qatar Scouts and Guides Association to organize the event. He underscored the jamboree's role in fostering communication among participants from different countries and providing opportunities to acquire new scientific and technical skills.

He added that the Qatar Amateur Radio Society, established on June 17, 1991, continues to promote amateur radio, train young people, develop their scientific and technical capabilities, and strengthen cooperation with amateur radio organizations worldwide.

He also highlighted several of the Society's achievements, including securing top rankings in international competitions, participating in global exhibitions and conferences, using the "Es'hail-2" satellite for amateur radio communications, and helping promote the State of Qatar during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

He noted that Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) was launched in 1958, followed by the introduction of Jamboree on the Internet (JOTI) activities in 1996. Together, they form a global platform that brings scouts and girl guides together to exchange knowledge and experiences while encouraging their interest in science and technology.

He also thanked the Qatar Scouts and Guides Association—its leaders, supervisors, and participants—as well as members of the Qatar Amateur Radio Society for their efforts in organizing the event and ensuring its success.

He wished the participants a rewarding experience that would broaden their horizons and help them connect with peers around the world.

JOTA is a global scouting event that enables Scouts to communicate through amateur radio stations and share ideas and scouting experiences. Held concurrently, JOTI allows participants to connect using internet-based technologies, promoting mutual understanding and cultural exchange among young people while reinforcing the values of cooperation and belonging to the global scouting movement. (QNA)