Qatar Tourism, in partnership with the General Directorate of Traffic, has held a dedicated road safety awareness workshop as part of the country’s ongoing efforts to ensure a safe and reliable tourism environment.
The session brought together tour guides, travel agencies, and licensed tour operators to highlight the legal and safety requirements for organising tourist transportation across Qatar.
The initiative aimed to reinforce awareness of safety protocols and traffic regulations that must be followed when transporting tourists between destinations.
Specialists led interactive sessions and open discussions, providing practical guidance on compliance with the Traffic Law, and offering insights into common violations that often lead to road accidents.
Key focus areas included ensuring tour operators understand the legal obligations that apply to road use during guided excursions, promoting responsible driving behaviour, and encouraging the adoption of best practices for safe tourist mobility.
The workshop also examined strategies to minimise unsafe conduct in tourist zones and ensure that both domestic and international visitors can enjoy seamless and secure experiences.
Emphasising road safety
Brigadier Jassim Nasser Al-Hamidi, Director of the Media and Traffic Awareness Department at the General Directorate of Traffic, reiterated the department’s commitment to supporting Qatar’s tourism sector by fostering a culture of traffic law awareness.
He stressed the importance of ongoing education efforts through seminars, lectures, and awareness campaigns to safeguard tourists and enhance their experience throughout the country.
This workshop is part of Qatar Tourism’s wider strategy to elevate the standards of professionalism within the tourism industry and ensure that safety, training, and compliance remain integral to the visitor journey.
The initiative supports Qatar’s broader vision of positioning itself as a safe and attractive regional destination.
Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Fahad Hassan Al-Abdulmalik, Director of Tourism Licensing at Qatar Tourism, said, “At Qatar Tourism, visitor safety is a top priority. This workshop is part of our continued commitment to enhancing the efficiency of the tourism sector and improving the preparedness of its workforce, particularly tour guides and operators, who serve as the first point of experience for visitors. These interactive workshops present an important opportunity to instil a culture of responsibility and compliance with traffic regulations, while also contributing to the development of effective partnerships between government bodies and the private sector, reflecting a spirit of cooperation in building a safe and inclusive tourism environment.”
