Doha: The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has entered into a strategic partnership with the QVenture Capital Association (QVCA) to enhance the venture capital and innovation ecosystem in Qatar. This significant agreement was formalized during the Web Summit Qatar 2026, marking a pivotal step in fostering private capital access for startups and scale-ups in the region.

According to Qatar News Agency, the partnership was signed by Eman Al Kuwari, Director of Digital Innovation at MCIT, and Hussain Abdulla, Co-Chair of the QVenture Capital Association. The collaboration is designed to leverage QVCA's extensive network, which includes venture capital funds, financing institutions, and association members, to facilitate improved engagement between founders and investors and to support investment opportunities in key sectors.

Furthermore, the partnership encompasses the development of policies that support entrepreneurship through the exchange of insights on startup maturity and market dynamics. This initiative aims to contribute to evidence-based policymaking and ensure a closer alignment between national innovation programs and market demands.

Additionally, the collaboration seeks to attract technology companies that offer solutions to national challenges and strategic priority areas. It supports efforts to localize and fortify critical digital and technological capabilities, aligning with Qatar's long-term goals of economic diversification and digital transformation.