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Investor spotlight: Siemens Qatar
Q&A with Hakan Ozdemir, CEO of Siemens in Qatar and CEO of Siemens Smart Infrastructure – Middle East What achievements and milestones define Siemens' journey in Qatar? Since establishing our office in Qatar in 1970, Siemens has been a pioneering force, delivering innovative technological offerings to public and private sectors. A key achievement is the implementation of the first tram system in Qatar Foundation. This initiative advances sustainable urban mobility, featuring[...]
August 2024 01How FDI is Driving Growth in the Digital Media Industry
Authors: Sheikh Ali Alwaleed Al-Thani, CEO, Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar) and Jassim Mohamed Al Khori, Chief Executive Officer, Media City Qatar Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has emerged as a pivotal catalyst for growth in the global digital media industry. By bringing substantial capital, cutting-edge expertise and advanced technology to host countries, FDI has significantly transformed the communications and media landscape. According to fDi Intelligence, the[...]
August 2024 20Invest Qatar joins the Government Pavilion to showcase opportunities at Cityscape Qatar 2024 and Qatar Real Estate Forum
The Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar) successfully concluded its participation in Cityscape Qatar 2024, the country’s premier annual real estate event, as part of the Government Pavilion. In partnership with key entities, including the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat), the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Municipality, the Government Pavilion showcased the strength of Qatar’s real estate sector and the diverse range of[...]
October 2024 15From microprocessors to AI: How 50 years of digital innovation are shaping FDI trends?
Author: Hamad Rashid Al-Naimi, Strategy Manager, Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar) The foundation of today's digital economy was laid over 50 years ago, with the invention of the microprocessor in 1971—a revolutionary breakthrough that placed the power of computing onto a single chip. This innovation paved the way for the development of personal computers, the internet, smartphones and cloud computing, each milestone contributing to the technological landscape[...]
October 2024 17Invest Qatar and UBS successfully conclude joint Finance Summit 2024, showcasing Qatar's thriving financial sector
The Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar) and UBS celebrated the successful conclusion of Finance Summit 2024, a two-day joint event held in Doha. The summit brought together esteemed institutional investors, family offices, sovereign wealth funds and major entrepreneurs from both regional and international business communities. The event’s thought-provoking agenda engaged participants in insightful discussions on the Middle East’s role in the digital and green[...]
November 2024 10Startup Qatar Investment Program reveals first successful applicants
12 November 2024, Lisbon– Portugal: Startup Qatar has announced the first cohort of successful applicants of its Investment Program during a press conference at Web Summit Lisbon. Successful applicants will receive a total of QAR 43.8 million (USD 12 million) in funding and benefits such as access to a shared office space in one of Qatar’s leading local incubators, accommodation and free entrepreneur visas to support them in establishing and expanding operations in Qatar. In[...]
November 2024 12Invest Qatar showcases Qatar’s dynamic startup ecosystem at Web Summit Lisbon 2024
The Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar) participated as a partner at Web Summit Lisbon for the second consecutive year, organising the Qatar Pavilion. Invest Qatar led a series of high-level business meetings and networking activities, including a panel discussion and masterclass, aimed to highlight Qatar’s dynamic investment landscape and the emerging opportunities within its rapidly growing startup ecosystem. Focused on the transformative power of foreign investment[...]
November 2024 14Redefining economic development: Strategic role of government-to-business interactions in modern economies
Author: Dr. Aymen Adam Mohib, Director of Strategy, Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar) Emerging trends in public-private collaboration In today’s global economy, the relationship between the public and private sectors is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by increasing collaboration and shared goals in innovation, sustainability and economic resilience. Traditionally, discussions about business relationships have focused on[...]
November 2024 25Invest Qatar and Real Estate Regulatory Authority showcase Qatar’s real estate sector at LPS Shanghai 2024
The Investment Promotion Agency (Invest Qatar) successfully concluded its participation in the prestigious LPS Shanghai 2024, Asia-Pacific’s leading luxury real estate exhibition. The event, held from 6-8 December, brought together influential property experts, elite property investors and over 140 luxury real estate companies from around the world to present their unique developments. As part of the Qatar Pavilions, Invest Qatar partnered with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority[...]
December 2024 05Invest Qatar collaborates with Accenture to launch a report on Qatar’s growth potential in data and AI
The Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar), in collaboration with Accenture, a leading global professional services company, has released a joint report titled ‘Data & AI: Redefining the Growth Frontier in Qatar.’ The comprehensive report explores the transformative role of data and artificial intelligence (AI) in shaping Qatar’s economic future, positioning the country as a regional leader in digital transformation. Launched on the sidelines of the[...]
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