A delegation from Qatar Tourism attended the Web Summit 2023, which took place in Lisbon, Portugal, from 13 to 16 November.
One of the largest technology conferences in the world, the summit provided Qatar Tourism with a platform to connect with leaders in the technology industry who are due to attend the next five editions of the Web Summit in Qatar, marking the event’s debut in the MENA region.
Scheduled to run from 26 to 29 February 2024, the first edition of Web Summit Qatar will connect the tech world in growing ecosystems across the Middle East, Africa and India, in addition to its established presence in Europe, North America, South America and Asia.
Over the next five years, Web Summit Qatar will create new opportunities for thousands of international investors and industry leaders to connect, network and create a future that is driven by innovation.
Qatar Tourism Chief Marketing and Promotion Officer Engineer Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi said that Qatar’s developed infrastructure, including its airport and growing network of international flights, as well as the expansions that have taken place in the country’s hospitality sector, form a strong foundation for its appeal as a destination for major business events.
He said that business visitors in Qatar will get to experience inspiring architecture, unique traditional souqs and world-class museums, as well as cuisines ranging from local and traditional fare to modern and international gastronomy – all under first-class hospitality.
Growing track record
With state-of-the-art facilities, seamless public transportation networks, open tourism visa policies and a strategic central location, Qatar has a strong and growing track record for hosting major global events and conferences.
Earlier in March this year, Qatar Tourism hosted the 9th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress, the world’s biggest B2B event for destination weddings.
The Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition, the only B2B and B2C event of its kind in the region and which saw the participation of over 500 local, regional and international brands, was also held in February this year at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center.
Qatar is currently hosting the Expo 2023 Doha, the first international horticultural exhibition to be held in Qatar. The event will run until March 2024. Qatar is also preparing to host the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023, following the tremendous success of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.
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