Qatar is on the fast track to becoming a global hub for commerce and technology, driven by ambitious goals set out in the Qatar National Vision 2030.
As it gears up to host Web Summit Qatar 2025 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre, the event is expected to be a major draw for industry leaders and startups, eager to tap into the burgeoning opportunities.
Ahead of the Web Summit, we caught up with J.K. Khalil, Mastercard’s executive vice president and division president for East Arabia. He offers his insights on how Mastercard is leveraging technology to push the fintech envelope in Qatar and his strategic contributions to developing digital payments in the region.