Qatar is participating in the Mobile World Congress (MWC Barcelona 2025) in Barcelona, Spain. The Qatari delegation attending the conference comprises representatives from the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Qatar Tourism, and the Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar). This participation, QNA reported, aims to highlight investment opportunities in the digital sector, boost Qatar’s status as a hub for modern technology, and forge strategic partnerships with international companies.

The MWC stands as one of the largest global events in the communications and information technology sector, uniting a diverse group of industry leaders, experts, and decision-makers to deliberate on the future of digital technology and the prospects available for enhancing communication and digital innovation worldwide. The event commenced on Monday under the theme ‘Converge. Connect. Create,’ and will continue until March 6.

Key partnerships and digital transformation

The conference is anticipated to herald a significant partnership between the State of Qatar and the Global System for Mobile Communications (GSMA), which is expected to elevate the country’s standing in terms of economic development and digital transformation. This year’s conference emphasizes six primary topics that will shape the future of the ICT sector: 5G within networks, which investigates the evolution of 5G technology; smart connectivity, which emphasizes Internet of Things solutions; and advanced AI, which addresses applications of artificial intelligence.

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Future technologies and digital inclusion

Additionally, it underscores the reinvention of institutions that reflect the adoption of cutting-edge technologies by organizations and companies, as well as future technologies that facilitate rapid advancements in the digital landscape, including quantum computing, extended reality, AI, and digital identity, with a focus on sustainability and digital inclusion.

The Qatari delegation is set to seize the opportunity to stay abreast of the latest advancements and explore avenues for collaboration with leading firms in the communications and information technology realm. Regarding the State of Qatar’s participation in MWC Barcelona 2025, Duha Al Buhendi, Director of the Digital Society and Digital Competencies Department at the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, remarked that the country’s engagement in MWC Barcelona 2025 aligns with its commitment to promoting digital innovation, propelling digital transformation, and establishing a robust digital economy.

The MWC serves as a prominent platform for major global companies to display their latest innovations and future technologies across various domains, including smartphones, communications, digital infrastructure, cloud technologies, and AI.