Doha, Qatar – Under the high patronage of Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Qatar is preparing to host MWC25 Doha on November 25–26, 2025, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, organized by the GSMA in partnership with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology.
This marks the first time the Mobile World Congress (MWC) will be held in the Middle East and North Africa, strengthening Qatar’s role as a regional and global hub for digital transformation and innovation.
MWC25 Doha is expected to welcome attendees from 60 countries, including:
- Top global executives (40% of participants)
- Tech investors and policymakers
- Startup founders and entrepreneurs
- Renowned speakers in digital innovation
Program highlights include:
- GSMA Ministerial Programme: The leading platform for policymakers to shape the future of the digital economy.
- 4YFN Startup Platform: Connecting entrepreneurs with investors and enablers to fuel future tech.
- Focused summits on AI, FinTech, IoT, 5G, smart data infrastructure, and satellite connectivity.
Confirmed participants include Mannai, Cisco, Nokia, Ooredoo (Strategic Partner), Qatar University (Academic Partner), and national pavilions from South Korea and Turkey.
Minister Mohammed bin Ali Al-Mannai stated:
“Hosting MWC25 in Doha underscores Qatar’s commitment to leading digital transformation and fulfilling its national vision of a sustainable, knowledge-based economy.”
GSMA Director General Vivek Badrinath added:
“We are thrilled to bring MWC to Qatar, offering a dynamic global platform for technology, investment, and leadership.”
MWC25 Doha will be a milestone in Qatar’s journey toward becoming a global technology powerhouse, advancing smart infrastructure and fostering innovation across key sectors.
