DOHA: The Welsh government celebrates its heritage with Qatar by hosting ‘Welsh Culture Week, by showcasing cultural, trade and tourism events.
The Welsh Government’s MENA office yesterday announced a number of exciting events will take place from today to March 13.
The week of events, that is a part of the British Festival 2014, will commemorate Welsh traditions, as well as celebrate the strong ties that have blossomed over the years between Qatar and Wales. Different event will be held at the British Embassy in Doha, Renaissance Hotel, Qatar University and Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar.
The event will showcase a range of unique and traditional Welsh customs and achievements across arts & culture, higher education and trade & foreign direct investment, joining up with existing partners and developing long-term discussions and bonds with new partners.
Lee Jennings, Regional Manager (Mena) at The Welsh Government, commented: “We opened our office for the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) on March 1, 2004, so it seems poignant to commemorate this with a week of events to showcase the close relationship that has prospered over the past decade.
“It is a pleasure to celebrate the success we have achieved together and we are excited at the prospect of building new relationships for future endeavours between Wales and Qatar.”
Wales has a rich heritage in arts and culture and a selection of exciting performances and exhibitions are taking place throughout the week’s festivities.
A collection of portrait photographs by Cambridge Jones a celebrity photographer who has worked with Hollywood stars, British Prime Ministers and members of the British Royal Family will be on show at the Renaissance Hotel tomorrow and Tuesday.
Also an alumni Event for Qatari Welsh University Graduates will be held at Marriot Courtyard/Renaissance Hotel today.
Tomorrow Qatar British Business Forum (QBBF) Reception will be held at the British Embassy in Doha.
Welsh National Opera will perform at the British Embassy on Wednesday.
A series of lectures will be held at Qatar University, College of Law until Wednesday.
Archaeological Exhibition “Lines in the Sand” at Virginia Commonwealth University Qatar between Wednesday and Friday.
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