Doha is bidding for the 2036 Olympics and Paralympics as Qatar hopes to become the first nation from the Middle East and North Africa to host the Games. The Qatar Olympic Committee said Tuesday that it has participated in ongoing discussions with the IOC during a dialogue phase for interested bidders.

The region has never hosted the quadrennial competition, but the door could open in the future. The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) on Tuesday confirmed its bid to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Qatar has confirmed formal discussions with the IOC for a bid to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games, showcasing its readiness and ambition to become a global sports hub while competing with other nations for the historic event.