Nagoya, Japan, October 25, 2026: Qatar formally received the Asian Para Games Flag at the closing ceremony of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games on Saturday, October 24, marking the transition to Doha as the next host in 2030.
The handover follows the receipt of the Asian Games Flag on October 4 and reinforces Doha 2030’s commitment to welcoming athletes from across Asia for both the 21st Asian Games and 6th Asian Para Games.
Dr Ahmad Abdulla Al-Buenain, Chief Executive Officer of the Doha 2030 Asian Games Organising Committee, received the Games Flag and then handed it over to Team Qatar Paralympic athlete Abdulrahman Abdulqader.
Dr Abdulla said: “Receiving the Asian Para Games Flag is a proud and meaningful moment for Qatar. It reflects our responsibility as the next host and our belief that athletes must remain at the heart of every Games experience. Our ambition is to welcome athletes from across Asia into an environment where they are respected, supported and able to perform at their best.
“The Asian Para Games celebrates athletes whose dedication, skill and determination inspire people across the continent. We thank Aichi-Nagoya for hosting the Games and for the opportunities it has created for athletes to perform at the highest level. As the Flag is entrusted to Doha, we look forward to working closely with the Asian Paralympic Committee, National Paralympic Committees and athletes across Asia to create a Games experience where every athlete is welcomed, respected and celebrated,” he added.
Team Qatar concluded its participation at the 5th Asian Para Games, Aichi-Nagoya 2026, with four medals, comprising two silver medals and two bronze, in swimming and athletics.
Team Qatar was represented by a delegation of 12 athletes, male and female, competing in three sports – athletics, goalball and swimming.
