Al Shaqab and Qatar International Islamic Bank (QIIB) have signed a strategic partnership agreement, under which QIIB becomes the official sponsor of the Al Shaqab League.

The signing ceremony took place at Al Shaqab headquarters, where Al Shaqab was represented by Mr. Khalid Al Hitmi, Deputy CEO, while QIIB was represented by Mr. Jamal Abdullah Al-Jamal, Deputy CEO, in the presence of a number of officials from both organizations.

On the occasion of the signing, Mr. Jamal Abdullah Al-Jamal, Deputy CEO of QIIB, stated:"Driven by our responsibility: toward our community and our nation, we are delighted to sign this agreement with Al Shaqab, which represents a remarkable legacy that we are proud of—an authentic part of our culture and identity, and a reflection of our aspiration to excel in sports and achieve global participation.

He added:“We hope that this agreement will serve as QIIB’s contribution to supporting the development of equestrian sports, empowering riders of all levels, and enhancing opportunities for emerging talents to progress toward the international arena.”

On this occasion, Mr. Khalid Al-Hetmi, Deputy CEO of Al Shaqab, stated:
“We are pleased at Al Shaqab to sign this agreement with QIIB, which reflects our deep belief in the importance of national partnerships in supporting the development of equestrian sports in Qatar. This sport represents an integral part of our heritage and culture, and embodies Al Shaqab’s vision to elevate equestrianism both locally and internationally.”

He added:“We highly value the support of QIIB for this journey, and through this partnership, we look forward to further strengthening the presence of Qatari equestrian sports on the international stage and empowering riders to achieve more successes worthy of Qatar’s distinguished position in the world of sports.”

 The Al Shaqab League represents a valuable opportunity for riders of all levels and serves as a gateway for distinguished talents to the global arena. Through competitive and challenging rounds, continuous training programs, and organizational experience comparable to the world’s top equestrian events, Al Shaqab consistently demonstrates its ability to nurture champions who achieve prominent accomplishments in the equestrian world.

Participation in the league is open to all members of Al Shaqab Equestrian Academy, as well as riders from outside Al Shaqab, with competitions conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of the International Federation for Equestrian Sports (FEI), except for the introductory rounds.

The league serves as a unique platform that combines athletic development with global competition, providing riders across all categories – from juniors and amateurs to professionals – the opportunity to gain experience and grow in a fully professional environment.

Organizing the league reflects Al Shaqab’s commitment to supporting and empowering young riders to achieve their equestrian dreams. It acts as a bridge between local development and global ambition, embodying Al Shaqab’s vision of cultivating a new generation of champions.

The Al Shaqab League emphasizes the values of excellence, empowering champions, and advancing from Doha to the world, embodying the spirit of equestrianism as an integral part of Qatar’s identity and sporting culture, while highlighting the vital role of QIIB in supporting this initiative and enhancing opportunities for professional growth for riders at both the local and international levels.