The Embassy of the State of Qatar in Colombo celebrated the Qatar’s National Sports Day on 12 February 2019 at Royal College Sports Complex Colombo,  based on the vision of HH the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to raise awareness about the importance of sport and its role in the life of individuals and community as a platform for a healthy life, adding that sports is an integral part of Arab and Islamic heritage and culture.

The Embassy also celebrated on this occasion the historic victory of Qatar National Football team in the Asian Cup 2019 .

The National Sports Day events held with the participation of His Excellency Dr.Rashid Shafea Al Marri, Ambassador of the State of Qatar in Colombo, Some other Arab Ambassadors, Diplomats in Colombo, and Staff members of the Embassy of the state of Qatar and Qatar Charity office in Colombo.

The sports activities featured football, volleyball and  table tennis.