Officials pose for a photo with the 4th GCC Games – Doha 2026 logo.
Doha, Qatar: The Organizing Committee of the 4th GCC Games – Doha 2026 unveiled the official logo of the Games during a ceremony held at Old Doha Port, in the presence of a number of officials, representatives of sports federations, and members of the media, yesterday.
The official logo of the 4th GCC Games – Doha 2026 draws its inspiration from the palm tree, one of the most prominent symbols rooted in the environment and heritage of the Gulf region. The palm tree reflects the shared values of Gulf societies, including resilience, endurance, generosity, patience, and a deep connection to the land—values that have shaped the Gulf identity across generations.
The logo is composed of six palm fronds, representing the member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council, presented in a contemporary visual style defined by flowing lines that reflect the sporting character of the Games. The harmonious arrangement of the fronds creates a central negative space that forms the number '4', offering a clear reference to the fourth edition of the GCC Games.
The logo was unveiled through a creative and interactive approach, based on the execution of an artistic mural using a 'paint-by-numbers' concept. Attendees and members of the public took part in gradually completing the logo by filling the numbered sections with their designated colours, in a scene that highlighted the importance of community participation and reinforced the concept of collective effort—values that the Games seek to promote.
Doha will host the Games from May 11 to 22, with the participation of elite Gulf athletes competing in 18 sporting disciplines, held across nine venues.
Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, General Director of the 4th GCC Games – Doha 2026 Sheikh Khalifa bin Khalid Al Thani expressed his pride in unveiling the official logo of the Games, affirming that the logo embodies the shared meanings that unite GCC countries and reflects the depth of historical and cultural ties among their peoples.
He noted that the logo’s design was the result of a carefully considered vision aimed at translating common Gulf values into a contemporary visual identity, explaining that the choice of the palm frond was deliberate and based on its firmly established symbolism in the region’s heritage, and what it represents in terms of authenticity and cohesion among Gulf states.
Sheikh Khalifa bin Khalid also confirmed that preparations for hosting the Games are progressing in line with the approved plans, drawing on Qatar’s extensive organizational experience in hosting major sporting events. He expressed the Organizing Committee’s aspiration to deliver an outstanding edition of the GCC Games that contributes to the development of Gulf sport and further enhances Doha’s position as a leading destination for hosting regional and international sporting events.
