Qatar’s strong ICT sector continues to underpin the government’s digital economy goals and wider digital value creation. Qatar had near-universal internet usage, high mobile penetration and some of the fastest broadband speeds globally as of April 2026, providing public and private entities with a strong base from which to adopt cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and data-led services.…
Tourism has been a major economic driver in Qatar since it was designated as a key industry under the Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030 development strategy. Following the launch of QNV 2030, the government has invested heavily in the sector and encouraged greater private sector participation. The 2022 FIFA World Cup significantly raised Qatar’s international profile as a tourism destination, and…
The transformation of Qatar’s education system demonstrates what ambitious national planning, coupled with high levels of public investment, can achieve. The number of Qataris pursuing higher education is steadily increasing. Meanwhile, gender parity is high, as shown in both literacy and school attendance, as well as in strong female participation in maths, science, and engineering (STEM) subjects.…
Between 2016 and 2026, Qatar’s government steadily transformed the country’s health care system through the introduction of long-term policies, high levels of private investment and a greater openness to private participation. The development of advanced medical facilities, the recruitment of skilled health care professionals and the deployment of advanced technologies have significantly improved…
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Visas Citizens of 102 countries are granted a multi-entrance waiver upon arrival which, depending on the nationality of the individual in question, is valid for 180 days and allows the holder to spend a total of 90 days in the country during that time frame. Other visitors are given an entrance waiver that is valid for 30 days, with the ability to apply for a 30-day extension. Etiquette Shaking…
With many emerging markets still facing high levels of plastic waste after the Covid-19 pandemic, solutions are being developed to address its environmental and health challenges. Plastic – which accounted for 12% of global solid waste pre-pandemic, according to the World Bank – took on a more prominent role as personal protective equipment (PPE) and single-use plastics by delivery food services…
Qatar’s education sector transformation has been driven by the Qatar National Vision 2030 development strategy and subsequent education policies. The changes have focused on aligning curricula with international standards, introducing new accreditation frameworks and incorporating digital technologies and innovative learning methods into the classroom. Together, these reforms aim to support the development…
Global tourism has entered a new phase of growth, with destinations competing on connectivity, visitor experience and sustainability rather than simply rebuilding visitor numbers. International arrivals exceeded pre-pandemic levels in 2024, supported by consumer demand, air connectivity and strong spending across leisure and business travel markets. At the same time, geopolitical uncertainty, inflationary…
Qatar’s technology development ecosystem continues to gain momentum, with incubation-focused efforts beginning to deliver results and government attention shifting to market access, scale and commercial outcomes. The country has built a thriving support network for entrepreneurs through the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) programmes, Qatar Development Bank (QDB), Startup…
