Doha: The English-language newspaper, The Peninsula, praised the success of the Web Summit Qatar 2025 in its Wednesday editorial, describing it as a dynamic hub of innovation, entrepreneurship, and technological discourse. The newspaper noted that this year’s event shattered previous records, drawing 25,747 attendees from 124 countries, cementing its status as the region’s premier startup and technology summit. Beyond the numbers, this milestone underscores Qatar’s growing influence as a pivotal player in the global tech landscape.
According to Qatar News Agency, more than 1,520 startups from over 90 nations converged in Doha, alongside 723 investors seeking the next game-changing venture and 381 thought leaders delivering insights across five dynamic stages. The newspaper pointed out that Qatari startups have made a significant impact, with 228 homegrown enterprises participating-an impressive 90% increase from the previous year. These figures reflect Qatar’s strategic commitment to fostering a thriving tech ecosystem, perfectly aligned with its long-term vision of economic diversification and innovation.
Concluding its editorial, The Peninsula noted that Web Summit Qatar 2025 offers attendees unparalleled networking and learning opportunities. In an age where digital transformation is reshaping industries at breakneck speed, such opportunities to exchange ideas and form partnerships are more critical than ever.
Al Raya newspaper highlighted Qatar’s leading role in digital transformation and technological innovation, attributing it to the country’s well-thought-out strategies and continuous improvements in digital infrastructure. Qatar has become a model of digital excellence in the Middle East and worldwide. The state has focused heavily on digital transformation within Qatar National Vision 2030, which aims to build a knowledge economy and enhance digital innovation across various fields.
Al Raya also mentioned the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Government Communications Office and Snap Inc. to launch the first Augmented Reality Academy in the MENA region during Web Summit Qatar 2025. This initiative aligns with the Third National Development Strategy and underscores the commitment to upskilling local media and communications talent, particularly in the digital and creative content industry. Digital excellence in Qatar is a cornerstone of the country’s vision of transforming into a knowledge economy and a digital future.
Meanwhile, Al Sharq newspaper discussed Qatar’s vital participation in the 58th session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva. Led by HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad, Qatar’s delegation reflects the country’s prominent presence in international forums and strong commitment to enhancing bilateral and multilateral cooperation. On the sidelines of the session, the Minister held meetings aimed at strengthening cooperation, discussing regional developments, and supporting international efforts to ensure humanitarian aid flow, particularly in conflict-affected regions like Gaza, the occupied Palestinian territories, and Syria.
In conclusion, Al Sharq emphasized Qatar’s status as a reliable partner at regional and global levels, highlighting its role in promoting peace, security, and stability while addressing global challenges through multilateral cooperation.