Lisbon:Qatar is set to participate in the Web Summit Lisbon 2026 for the fourth consecutive year, scheduled to take place from November 9 to 12. The event will gather leading figures in technology, investors, and entrepreneurs from across the globe.
According to Qatar News Agency, Qatar will be represented by a high-level delegation led by HE Director of the Government Communications Office and Chairman of the Permanent Committee for Hosting Web Summit, Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al-Thani. This participation aligns with Qatar’s ongoing preparations for hosting the fourth edition of Web Summit Qatar at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center from January 31 to February 3, 2027.
The Web Summit in Lisbon will serve as a platform to promote Qatar’s business and investment environment, highlight opportunities for startups and entrepreneurs, and generate interest in the upcoming Doha edition. Sheikh Jassim emphasized that this event provides a chance to engage with the global technology community and showcase Qatar’s supportive environment for innovation and entrepreneurship.
Dr. Hamad Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chief Strategy Officer at Invest Qatar, highlighted the integrated environment Qatar offers for startups, which includes financing, advanced infrastructure, and strategic partnerships. The Startup Qatar program, managed by Qatar Development Bank, has attracted over 10,000 applications and provided substantial funding to startups from various countries.
Qatar’s pavilion at the summit, overseen by Invest Qatar through the Startup Qatar program, will bring together entities involved in technology, investment, and entrepreneurship. It will emphasize the achievements of the Startup Qatar program and the opportunities it provides. The pavilion will also offer on-site assistance with company registration and business establishment procedures.
The participation will feature several interactive activities, panel discussions, and specialized workshops, including contributions from various Qatari entities and startups supported by the Startup Qatar program. These efforts reflect Qatar’s commitment to strengthening its presence at global technology events and expanding partnerships with international investors and companies.