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Explore Qatar at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos
Driving innovation and sustainable growth
The Invest Qatar Pavilion brings Qatar’s rich culture, history and thriving business landscape to Davos, at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026, held from 19 January to 23 January.
Through specially curated panel discussions and immersive interactive experiences showcasing Qatar’s cultural, social and economic strengths, the Pavilion will convene innovators and industry leaders to exchange views for shared economic growth and sustainable transformation.
Guided by this year's WEF theme, 'A Spirit of Dialogue', the Pavilion highlights how meaningful conversation and collaboration can become powerful catalysts for global progress.
What to expect
At the Invest Qatar Pavilion, visitors can:
- Discover Qatar's story through interactive showcases and immersive displays that reflect our heritage, progress and global outlook.
- Engage in meaningful dialogue and networking with leaders, experts and innovators shaping the future.
- Join curated forums and discussions to explore new perspectives on global progress, innovation and sustainable growth.
- Connect across cultures through distinctive hospitality experiences that bring Qatar’s warmth and traditions to Davos.
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Your way to the Invest Qatar Pavilion
Welcome to the largest country pavilion in Davos!
Promenade 80, located in the heart of Davos and just a short walk from the Congress Centre.
Agenda
* Prior registration is required
Opening of Invest Qatar Pavillion
7:30am
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In conversation with Qatar Investment Authority
Hosted by Bloomberg
11:00am – 12:00pm
Speakers
Mohammed Saif Al-Sowaidi, CEO, QIA
Francine Lacqua, Anchor and Editor-at-Large, Bloomberg
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Governing with foresight: Designing institutions for the next decades
Hosted by the National Planning Council (NPC)
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Speakers
Raed Al-Emadi, Assistant Secretary-General for National National Development Planning and Policies, NPC
Bassam Al-Mannai, Assistant Secretary-General for the Centre for Future Foresight and National Visions, NPC
Rafał Kierzenkowski, Senior Counsellor for Strategic Foresight and Head of the Strategic Foresight Unit, OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development)
Andreea Anastasiu, Executive Director of the Government Outcomes Lab (GO Lab) at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of
Oxford
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Rethinking risk: How geopolitical shifts are shaping international business and finance
Hosted by Doha Forum
3:30pm – 5:00pm
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* Prior registration is required
Unlocking opportunities in Qatar’s evolving capital markets
Co-hosted by Qatar Financial Markets Authority (QFMA) and Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE)
9:00am – 9:30am
Speakers
Dr Tamy Bin Ahmed Al Binali, CEO, QFMA
Abdullah Mohammed Al Ansari, CEO, QSE
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A conversation with … By IHeart Media
10:00am – 12:00pm
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From resilience to growth: Qatar’s banking sector in a new global financial era
Co-hosted by Qatar National Bank (QNB), Commercial Bank Qatar (CBQ), Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB), and Doha Bank
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Speakers
Abdullah Mubarak Al Khalifa, CEO, QNB Group
Stephen Moss, CEO, CBQ Group
Bassel Gamal, CEO, QIB Group
Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Fahad Al Thani, CEO, Doha Bank Group
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Language, identity and intelligence: Building inclusive AI
Co-hosted by Invest Qatar and Financial Times (FT Live)
3:30pm – 5:00pm
Fireside chat with H.E. Mohammed bin Ali Al Mannai, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Qatar
Speakers
Rama Chakaki, President, Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP)
Vinay Firake, Chief Executive Officer - APMEA (Asia Pacific, India, Middle East, and Africa), Wipro
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* Prior registration is required
A conversation with … By IHeart Media
7:30am – 8:15am
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The new geography of business
Hosted by Qatar Financial Centre (QFC)
8:30am – 9:30am
Speakers
Yousuf Al-Jaida, CEO, QFC
Olugbenga Agboola, Founder & Chief Executive, Flutterwave
Edward Knight, Executive Vice Chairman, Nasdaq
Alex Manson, Chief Executive, SC Ventures
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The global rebalance: Capital, power and the Middle East
Hosted by Bloomberg
9:45am – 11:10am
Speaker
H.E. Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, Minister of Finance
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Cooperation, growth and sustainability in a new era
Co-hosted by Invest Qatar and Financial Times (FT Live)
3:30pm – 5:00pm
Fireside chat with H.E. Saad Bin Ali Al Kharji, Chairman, Qatar Tourism
Speakers
Mohammed Al-Thani, CEO, Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ)
Yin Zou, Executive Vice President of Corporate Development, DHL Group
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The new global playbook series: Athletes, investment and future of sport
Co-hosted by Allam Global Ventures, Global Venture Partners and Qatar Sports Investments (QSI)
Media partners: TIME Africa, Rolling Stone MENA and Robb Report Africa
5:30pm – 7:30pm
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A conversation with … By IHeart Media
8:45am – 9:30am
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The power of partnerships: Collaborations to deliver impact
Hosted by Qatar Foundation
10:00am – 10:30am
Speakers
Habes Howail, Government Partnerships Manager, Qatar Foundation
Michael Lints, Partner Golden Gates Ventures
Jake Evans, Director, Freuds Group
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Re-engineering ecosystems: Powering the next wave of deeptech innovation
Co-hosted by Qatar Foundation, Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP),
and Qatar Research, Development and Innovation Council (QRDI)
10:30am – 11:00am
Speakers
Omar Al Ansari, Secretary General, QRDI
Rama Chakaki, President, QSTP
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Women at the forefront: Building trust and shaping international relations
Co-hosted by Qatar Debate and Concordia
11:30am – 12:30pm
Speakers
H.E. Dr. Hend Al- Muftah, Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the UN Office in Geneva
Cherie Blair, Leading Human Rights Lawyer and Women’s Equality Advocate; Member of Concordia’s Leadership Council
Noor Al-Thani, Youth Advocate, QatarDebate
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AI with purpose: Turning ethics into economic value
Hosted by The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT)
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Fireside chat: “Tech diplomacy and digital trust in a fragmented world” with H.E. Mohammed bin Ali Al-Mannai, Minister of Communications and Information Technology
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Capital and innovation in a changing world
Co-hosted by Invest Qatar and Financial Times (FT Live)
3:30pm – 5:00pm
Fireside chat with Yousuf Mohamed Al-Jaida, CEO, Qatar Financial Centre
Speakers
Mohammed Al-Hardan, Head of TMT, Qatar Investment Authority (QIA)
Rishi Khosla, CEO and Co-Founder, OakNorth
Dr Bettina Orlopp, CEO, Commerzbank
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Closing of Invest Qatar Pavilion
3:00pm
Featured speakers
H.E. Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari
Minister of Finance, Qatar
H.E. Mohammed bin Ali Al Mannai
Minister of Communications and Information Technology,
Qatar
Saad Bin Ali Al Kharji
Chairman
Qatar Tourism
H. E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Faisal Al-Thani
Chief Executive
Qatar Free Zones Authority
Yousuf Mohamed Al-Jaida
Chief Executive
Qatar Financial Centre
Mohammed Al-Hardan
Head of Technology, Media and Telecommunications,
Qatar Investment Authority
Rama Chakaki
President
Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP)
Yin Zou
EVP, Corporate Development
DHL
Bettina Orlopp
Chief Executive
Commerzbank
Rishi Khosla
Co-Founder & CEO
OakNorth
Vinay Firake
Chief Executive, APMEA
Wipro
Highlights from Invest Qatar at WEF
Explore Invest Qatar’s engagements in Davos during the World Economic Forum over the years, showcasing meaningful dialogues, strategic connections, and conversations that continue to shape partnerships today.
Fireside chat: H.E. Mohammed bin Ali Al-Mannai, Minister of Communications & Information Technology
Fireside chat: H.E. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs
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