Cairo, December 2, 2024 – In a statement issued today, the Speaker of the Arab Parliament, Mohammed Ahmed Al Yamahi, lauded the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s successful bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, describing it as the highest-rated bid in the history of the global event. Al Yamahi expressed immense pride and enthusiasm over this remarkable achievement, highlighting its significance not only for Saudi Arabia but also for the entire Arab world.
Al Yamahi emphasized that securing the World Cup represents a monumental success for the Arab region in its ongoing efforts to host major global events. He underscored his firm belief that Saudi Arabia will organize the event with the utmost professionalism, excellence, and capability, further elevating the Kingdom’s international standing while bringing honor to all Arabs. His statement reflects a sense of collective pride in the achievement, marking it as a shared victory for the entire Arab world.
The Speaker also acknowledged that this success adds another remarkable chapter to Saudi Arabia’s growing list of accomplishments, particularly in the realm of sports. The Kingdom’s successful bid for the 2034 World Cup follows a series of ambitious projects aimed at establishing Saudi Arabia as a global hub for major international events, reinforcing the country's position as a leader in the Middle East and beyond.
Al Yamahi attributed the success of the bid to the steadfast leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia. He praised their visionary leadership, which has provided the foundation for the Kingdom’s extraordinary progress across various sectors, including sports, under the framework of Saudi Vision 2030.
This achievement is seen as a testament to the Kingdom’s strategic focus on elevating its global profile and fostering a thriving sports culture, which has been a key objective of the Vision 2030 plan. As Saudi Arabia prepares to host one of the most prestigious global sporting events, the bid’s success is expected to have a lasting impact on the region, further strengthening Saudi Arabia’s role as a central player in the international sports arena.