The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) said on Tuesday it was taking part in discussions with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) over the election process for the host city of the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Qatar confirmed it will bid for the 2036 Summer Olympics, trying to become the first Middle Eastern nation to host one of the world’s biggest sporting events.The field for the Olympic and Paralympic Games is likely to be competitive,

The Qatar Olympic Committee announced a bid Tuesday to host the 2036 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games. If successful, the oil-rich Gulf state would become the first country from the Middle East and North Africa region to host the event.