Doha, Qatar: Qatar will participate for the fourth consecutive year in Web Summit Lisbon 2026, to be held in the Portuguese capital from November 9 to 12, bringing together leading technology figures, investors and entrepreneurs from around the world.
Qatar will be represented by a high-level delegation headed by Director of the Government Communications Office and Chairman of the Permanent Committee for Hosting Web Summit H E Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al-Thani.
Qatar’s participation comes as preparations continue to host the fourth edition of Web Summit Qatar at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center from January 31 to February 3, 2027.
The Lisbon event will provide a platform to showcase Qatar’s business and investment environment, highlight opportunities for startups and entrepreneurs, and promote the upcoming edition in Doha.
Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al-Thani said Qatar’s participation in Web Summit Lisbon offers an opportunity to engage with the global technology community and highlight the country’s supportive environment for innovation and entrepreneurship, as well as opportunities to establish and expand businesses. He added that these efforts support the objectives of the Third National Development Strategy through economic diversification and strengthening the role of innovation and technology in achieving sustainable development.
The Director of the Government Communications Office said Qatar continues to build on the success of previous editions to attract more technology companies and investment, and strengthen its position as a regional destination for growth, innovation and expansion. He expressed anticipation for welcoming participants to Web Summit Qatar 2027, which will bring together startups, investors and technology leaders to explore opportunities in the country and establish new partnerships.
Chief Strategy Officer at Invest Qatar Dr. Hamad Rashid Al Naimi said Qatar offers startups an integrated environment supporting their establishment, growth and expansion through an ecosystem combining financing, advanced infrastructure, talent and strategic partnerships.
He added that Startup Qatar program brings these resources and opportunities together on an integrated platform, helping innovative companies launch their projects and pursue new growth opportunities.
The Qatari delegation includes representatives from several government and semi-government entities, including the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Qatar Investment Authority, Invest Qatar, Qatar Development Bank, Qatar Financial Centre, Qatar Science and Technology Park, Media City Qatar, Business House, Visit Qatar and the Hayya platform.
Qatar’s pavilion, overseen by Invest Qatar through Startup Qatar programme, brings together entities involved in technology, investment and entrepreneurship to showcase the country’s business environment and promote the next edition of the summit in Doha.
The pavilion will also provide on-site assistance with company registration and business establishment procedures, introducing entrepreneurs and investors to the practical steps involved in launching businesses in Qatar.
Business House will participate for the first time. Recently launched by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, it provides company registration and licensing services in the country’s economic zones.
