Lisbon:HE Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al-Thani, Director of the Government Communications Office and Chairman of the Permanent Web Summit Organizing Committee, emphasized Qatar’s ongoing participation in the Web Summit Lisbon 2026 as a testament to the country’s rising influence on the global technology scene. This participation aims to showcase investment opportunities, foster partnerships, and attract international companies to establish a presence in Qatar.
According to Qatar News Agency, Sheikh Jassim highlighted that the dialogue initiated in Lisbon will continue at the Web Summit Qatar 2027, to be held in Doha from January 31 to February 3, 2027. He noted the significant economic impact of past summits, with over QAR 1 billion generated in the previous edition, contributing approximately QAR 661 million to the GDP.
Sheikh Jassim also pointed out the successful organization of three Web Summit Qatar editions, supported by a comprehensive ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. He mentioned that the latest edition witnessed record-breaking participation, with over 30,000 attendees and a substantial increase in startup and investor involvement, resulting in a direct economic impact surpassing QAR 1 billion.
Furthermore, he announced the expansion of the Qatar Investment Authority’s Fund of Funds program and the introduction of a 10-year residency program for entrepreneurs, reinforcing Qatar’s position as a business-friendly environment. Sheikh Jassim stressed that Qatar’s participation in the summit aligns with the country’s strategic goals of economic diversification and building a knowledge-based economy under the Qatar National Vision 2030.
The initiatives launched during the summit, such as the Companies House and the “Ask Qatar” activation, are aimed at simplifying business processes and providing genuine insights into living and working in Qatar. Sheikh Jassim concluded by underscoring Qatar’s commitment to fostering a conducive business environment built on capital, regulatory support, talent, and digital infrastructure, further enhancing the country’s appeal as a regional business hub.
Source Qatar News Agency