Doha: Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, spoke today at the opening of Web Summit Qatar 2026. In her remarks, Her Highness shed light on the relationship between language and technology in the age of Artificial Intelligence, underscoring the importance of embedding human values amid rapid digital transformation.
According to Qatar News Agency, Her Highness addressed the role of Arabic in shaping awareness and values. She stated that in the Arab world, there is a turning point where mere resources are insufficient. She emphasized the need for building trust between minds and institutions and highlighted the creative power of the Arabic language. Her Highness noted the ongoing battle of the Arabic language on the frontlines of technology, focusing on meaning, identity, and persistence rather than tools.
She further elaborated on the conditions necessary for the survival and continuity of the Arabic language, stressing the importance of mobilizing energies, discourse, horizons, determination, and tools. Her Highness pointed out that a nation's rise is supported by collective will and self-driven growth.
In discussing cultural diversity and its role in technological innovation, Her Highness emphasized the shared nature of technology across civilizations. She noted that solutions emerging from diverse local needs and cultural DNA can gain global significance when empowered by technology, evolving into shared creativity that transcends regions, disciplines, and sectors.
Regarding the future of responsible investment in technology, Her Highness highlighted the importance of long-term vision and investment in people and knowledge as foundations for sustainable economic transformation. She cited Qatar's shift from an oil and gas economy to a knowledge-based economy, asserting Qatar's readiness to be a leader in technology investments. Her Highness emphasized Qatar's credibility, neutrality, and ethical standards, positioning the nation as a reliable place for technology investment.
She concluded by affirming that participation in the summit represents an invitation to invest in a network of research built on global partnerships, directing technology towards serving humanity and reflecting a shared responsibility in shaping the future of advanced technologies.