Doha, February 10 (QNA) - The Ministry of Defense organized a variety of sports and recreational activities at Al Bidda Park to mark National Sports Day.

The events were attended by HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani, and HE Chief of Staff of the Qatar Armed Forces Lieutenant General (Pilot) Jassim bin Mohammed Al Mannai.

The program featured a wide range of sporting and recreational activities, including football, basketball, volleyball, and athletics, in addition to several competitive games and contests designed for the children of ministry personnel and members of the public.

The events aimed to encourage participation in sport among all age groups and segments of society, raise awareness of the importance of physical activity and its role in daily life, and promote sustained engagement in sport throughout the year. They also sought to foster values of cooperation and teamwork, while strengthening the spirit of participation and social cohesion within the community. (QNA)