The Qatar Rugby and Hockey Committee has announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with the Fiji Rugby Union, marking a major step towards strengthening institutional ties and advancing the development of rugby on both the technical and administrative levels.
The agreement also aims to enhance governance practices, promote knowledge exchange, and implement specialized training programs and high-level workshops to build local capacity and develop national talent.
The signing ceremony took place at Lusail Hall in the Qatar Olympic Committee headquarters. The agreement was signed by Yousef Jeham al-Kuwari, President of the Qatar Rugby and Hockey Committee, and John Ian Nasson Sanday, Director of the Fiji Rugby Union. The event was attended by Siddiq Faizal Riyad Koya, Fiji’s non-resident ambassador to Qatar, along with several officials and rugby stakeholders.
Under the agreement, both parties will cooperate in organizing joint training camps, hosting specialized sporting events and competitions, and launching technical and developmental workshops targeting players, coaches, referees, and administrators. These initiatives are designed to contribute to the regional and international growth of the sport.
Commenting on the partnership, al-Kuwari stated: “This agreement marks a strategic milestone in our plan to grow rugby in Qatar. We are proud to collaborate with one of the world’s leading rugby unions, and we look forward to building a fruitful partnership that enhances national capabilities and opens new horizons for international success.”
For his part, John Ian welcomed the initiative and expressed Fiji’s interest in expanding sports cooperation with Qatar. He said: “This agreement reflects our shared commitment to strengthening sporting relations and lays the foundation for joint initiatives that will support the global development of rugby.”
The agreement forms part of the Qatar Rugby and Hockey Committee’s broader strategy to build a strong network of international partnerships, aligned with global best practices, and to establish a professional ecosystem that elevates Qatar’s presence on the global rugby stage.
