PM, Kuwait Deputy PM inaugurate Sabah Al Ahmad Corridor

*29km-long Corridor is one of the largest road projects executed by AshghalAt a grand ceremony, the Sabah Al Ahmad Corridor, described as a vital artery in the heart of Doha, was inaugurated by HE the Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al-Thani and Kuwait's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Sheikh Hamad Jaber al-Ali al-Sabah Wednesday.The event in adherence to the Covid-19 protocols, took place on Qatar's first cable-stayed bridge, an integral part of the Corridor, beautifully lit up in the national colours of Qatar and Kuwait and decorated with the national flags. The inauguration coincided with celebration of the National Day and Liberation Day Anniversary of Kuwait and was described as a gift to the brotherly nation.

The Corridor was built in appreciation of the late Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah. It was in February 2019 that His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani directed to name the Corridor after Sheikh Sabah, embodying the deep historic ties of brotherhood and in appreciation of his humanitarian efforts.

The ceremony saw the presence of a number of ministers, diplomats, a delegation from Kuwait, and representatives of the companies implementing the project. At the beginning of the inaugural event, a short video that highlighted the life and contributions of Sheikh Sabah was screened.Another film shed light on the distinct features of Sabah Al Ahmad Corridor, a prestigious project of the Public Works Authority (Ashghal), as one of the largest road infrastructure projects in the country, including bridges, intersections and tunnels and serving six FIFA 2022 World Cup stadiums.

The 29km Corridor cuts 70% of travel time from Hamad International Airport (HIA) to Al Shamal Road while intersecting with 15 main roads including Ras Bu Abboud Street, Industrial Area Road, Salwa Road, Al Waab Street and Al Rayyan Road and connecting 25 residential neighbourhoods with many commercial, educational and health facilities. The Corridor, which is the alternative route for Doha Expressway and 22 February Street, also comprises Qatartarget="_blank"'>