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Qatar Tribune
29-06-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Web Summit Qatar 2026 planning begins with strategic Dublin meeting
DUBLIN: The Permanent Web Summit Qatar Organising Committee convened with Web Summit leadership in Dublin this week to advance preparations for the 2026 edition as one of the Middle East and North Africa's largest technology events, which will take place from February 1-4 in Doha. The meeting was chaired by Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Director of the Government Communications Office (GCO) and Chairman of the Permanent Web Summit Organising Committee. The session brought together committee members, including representatives from the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, along with key stakeholders from the Qatar Investment Authority and Qatar Airways. Also in attendance were Web Summit Founder and CEO Paddy Cosgrave and members of the summit's leadership team. The committee conducted a comprehensive review of the second edition, held in February 2025, establishing strategic priorities for the upcoming summit. Discussions centred on initiatives designed to strengthen the event's regional and global prominence while maximising its contributions to Qatar's National Vision. 'Web Summit has become a cornerstone of Qatar's journey towards establishing a robust knowledge-based economy and cementing our position as a global innovation hub,' Sheikh Jassim stated in his opening address. 'This event has served as a catalyst for strategic partnerships, entrepreneurial empowerment, and digital transformation, aligning seamlessly with the goals outlined in our Third National Development Strategy.' Sheikh Jassim added: 'Our planning sessions are focused on delivering a clear roadmap for continued summit growth. This includes enhancing content quality, attracting high-impact speakers, expanding international participation and delivering broader economic and cultural impact.' Sheikh Jassim also noted that the record turnout in the 2025 edition, which featured more than 25,000 attendees, marking a 67% increase from the inaugural event, reflects growing interest in Web Summit Qatar and reinforces its stature across the region. He emphasised that this momentum sets a high bar for delivering an exceptional 2026 edition next year. He reiterated the GCO's ongoing efforts to position the summit as a transformative platform that strengthens Qatar's role on the global innovation map and supports national development through the adoption of international best practices and full use of the country's unique strengths. The Web Summit team presented insights on the event's economic impact across host cities, including Doha. According to their findings, the event contributed to the growth of local startups, supported job creation and helped Qatar climb 14 places in global startup ecosystem rankings. The team projects that 30,000 participants will attend Web Summit Qatar 2026. Hosting Web Summit Qatar has delivered measurable results, advancing key strategic objectives while reinforcing Qatar's emergence as a leading global destination for digital innovation and entrepreneurship. Web Summit Qatar positions Doha as a key destination for innovators, investors and industry leaders. The event provides a forum for international dialogue on digital economy developments, supporting Qatar's efforts to build global partnerships in technology and entrepreneurship as part of the Qatar National Vision 2030. Founded in Dublin in 2009, Web Summit is the world's largest technology event, drawing over one million attendees globally through flagship events in Doha, Lisbon, Rio de Janeiro and Vancouver.
Zawya
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Zawya
Visit Qatar participates in Fanatics Fest NYC with exclusive lounge experience
Visit Qatar is participating in Fanatics Fest NYC, taking place from 20–22 June 2025 at the Javits Centre in New York City, with an exclusive VIP lounge showcasing Qatar's signature hospitality. Fanatics Fest is a major multi-day event that brings together fans, athletes, executives, and brands across sport, culture, and entertainment, and business communities under one roof. The Visit Qatar Lounge is designed to foster high-level networking among global executives, athletes, and cultural figures. This activation builds on a broader five-year strategic partnership between the Government Communications Office and Fanatics, aimed at expanding Qatar's global engagement across sport and entertainment platforms. The event was attended by Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi, Chief Executive Officer of Visit Qatar alongside Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Director of the Government Communications Office. -Ends- For media-related inquiries, please contact Visit Qatar's Press Office on:pressoffice@ About Visit Qatar Visit Qatar is the main arm of Qatar Tourism. Visit Qatar's mission is to promote and expand tourism in Qatar by cultivating its rich culture, developing thrilling attractions, enhancing Qatar's calendar, becoming the leading MICE destination in the region, diversifying events and luxury experiences. Visit Qatar is rooted in Service Excellence, boosting the entire tourism value chain, and increasing local and international visitor demand in Qatar. Through Visit Qatar's network of international offices in priority markets, cutting-edge digital platforms, and marketing campaigns, Visit Qatar is expanding Qatar's presence globally and enhancing the tourism sector.
Qatar Tribune
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
Visit Qatar participates in Fanatics Fest NYC with exclusive lounge experience
Tribune News Network Doha Visit Qatar is participating in Fanatics Fest NYC, taking place from 20–22 June 2025 at the Javits Centre in New York City, with an exclusive VIP lounge showcasing Qatar's signature hospitality. Fanatics Fest is a major multi-day event that brings together fans, athletes, executives, and brands across sport, culture, and entertainment, and business communities under one roof. The Visit Qatar Lounge is designed to foster high-level networking among global executives, athletes, and cultural figures. This activation builds on a broader five-year strategic partnership between the Government Communications Office and Fanatics, aimed at expanding Qatar's global engagement across sport and entertainment platforms. The event was attended by Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al Mawlawi, chief executive officer of Visit Qatar, alongside HE Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Director of the Government Communications Office.
Qatar Tribune
21-06-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Fanatics continues global development opening office in Qatar
DOHA: Fanatics, a leading global digital sports platform, has announced plans to further its strategic global growth and will enter the Middle East via a new office and operation in the State of Qatar. The move signals Fanatics' commitment to expand into regions where it can partner with transformative global sports properties looking to grow their businesses and reach fans across many parts of the sports landscape – including fan gear, collectibles and live events. The new office, located in Doha, will host members across the Fanatics enterprise and be a hub for operations in the region. This initiative builds on a landmark partnership signed between Fanatics and the State of Qatar in February, which included a premier sponsorship of Fanatics Fest. The highly anticipated event takes place from June 20-22 in New York City and establishes a new pathway for Qatar to strengthen its alignment with the global sports community. Tucker Kain, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer at Fanatics, said: 'As we expand our portfolio of businesses and brands, it is crucial that we identify emerging markets where there is a real opportunity to amplify the engagement and passion around sports and collecting. We've researched and analysed the sports landscape across the Middle East for quite a while and are excited about what a local Fanatics operation can bring to the region.' Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Director of the Government Communications Office in Qatar, said: 'The establishment of Fanatics' regional hub in Qatar demonstrates the confidence global industry leaders have in Qatar's business environment and our strategic location. As Fanatics establishes its regional operations in Qatar, we gain a world-class partner, create opportunities for local talent development and knowledge transfer and position Qatar at the forefront of the digital sports development globally. This partnership will showcase Qatar's dynamic sports landscape and foster deeper connections between our region and the global sports industry.' Starting on Friday at Fanatics Fest, Visit Qatar will curate an exclusive, invite-only lounge experience for corporate partners, C-suite executives, and select athletes and celebrities to network and connect throughout the weekend.
ILoveQatar.net
08-05-2025
- Business
- ILoveQatar.net
GCO delivered media training in collaboration with Google News Initiative & Al Jazeera Media
The Government Communications Office (GCO), in collaboration with the Google News Initiative and Al Jazeera Media Institute, delivered a training program on Best Practices in Digital Transformation. The program brought together news directors, journalists and representatives from across Qatar's media landscape. This initiative aims to empower Qatar's media institutions with cutting-edge digital technologies, particularly AI, to enhance journalistic excellence. Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, GCO Director, emphasised: 'Qatar increasingly recognises the media sector as a cornerstone for building public awareness and engagement. Our collaboration with Google and Al Jazeera Media Institute demonstrates our commitment to fostering a media environment grounded in innovation and digital literacy.' He further noted: 'By forging strategic partnerships with global industry leaders, we're enhancing Qatar's media capabilities and equipping professionals with skills to leverage smart technologies to create a credible, innovative and impactful content. This marks a crucial step toward creating a modern local media environment that aligns with our sustainable development goals.' Mazen Sabbagh, News and Publishing Partnerships Lead for MENA at Google, said: 'The program aimed to empower journalists and news directors to leverage advanced digital tools, including AI, to enhance their journalistic practices.' Al Jazeera Media Institute Director Eman Al Amri emphasised that newsroom innovation—particularly through AI integration—represents a critical investment in the future of media operations. This training forms a part of the GCO's professional development series, designed to strengthen Qatar's media and communications ecosystem. Through capacity-building initiatives, these programs support professionals in navigating developments within the global media landscape, in line with the Third National Development Strategy. Source & cover image credit: Government Communications Office (GCO) Follow us on our social media channels: @ILQlive @ILQlive @ILoveQtr ILoveQatar Start a discussion
