Celebrating 90 Years: British Council Qatar’s Podcast Series 

The British Council’s 90th Anniversary celebrations are in full swing, and we invite you to listen to our podcast series as part of the UK-Qatar Festival 2024. In collaboration with I Wanna Grow podcast, this series showcases the remarkable stories of partnership and impact that define our legacy.

With up to 90 compelling interviews, the podcast features leaders, innovators, and cultural changemakers who have been pivotal in strengthening the bond between the UK and Qatar. Each episode brings to life inspiring narratives of creativity and shared achievements. Explore the stories and get to know the voices behind decades of collaboration. 

Tune in today and be part of the celebration!

This is only the beginning - check back soon for more episodes:

Dr. Waseem Kotoub

Country Director, British Council Qatar

Through an in-depth understanding of Qatar and the UK, Dr. Waseem Kotoub leads the development and delivery of effective, sustainable and corporately aligned cultural relations between the two geographies, and also within the wider context of the Gulf, drawing on the UK’s cultural assets and thereby strengthening collaboration with the wider UK and Qatar.

Watch the full interview here.

Neerav Patel

His Majesty’s Ambassador to the State of Qatar

Mr Neerav Patel is His Majesty’s Ambassador to the State of Qatar since January 2024. With extensive senior diplomatic experience in the Middle East and South Asia, he has worked for the past 7 Prime Ministers in London on foreign, security and development policy in a range of roles at the centre of the UK government. His work has focused on strategic policy-making, international terrorism, and global economic and energy issues.

Watch the full interview here