Doha, Qatar: Qatar continued to strengthen its leadership in artificial intelligence and advanced digital technologies in 2025, building on a decade of sustained investment in digital infrastructure, policy frameworks, and talent development, according to the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT).
In a post shared on X, MCIT said the year marked a series of milestones that enhanced national readiness and reinforced Qatar’s regional and global standing in AI and emerging technologies. Among the highlights were hosting MWC25 Doha for the first time in the MENA region, the second edition of World Summit AI Qatar 2025, and the launch of Qatar’s first international Quantum Computing Hackathon.
The ministry also pointed to the launch of several foundational initiatives, including the Digital Inclusion Index Report 2024, the National Digital Authentication and Trust Services Strategy, and the GovAI Program. These efforts were supported by new global and local partnerships aimed at accelerating the adoption of AI use cases across government entities.
MCIT said Qatar’s robust digital infrastructure, advanced policy environment, and skilled national workforce provide a strong foundation for developing a new generation of AI-powered public services. These services are expected to enhance quality of life and strengthen the country’s competitiveness at both regional and global levels.
The GovAI Program aligns closely with Qatar’s National Digital Agenda 2030, positioning artificial intelligence at the core of economic and social development. The Digital Agenda 2030 has been recognised by the United Nations as a global best practice in digital transformation and published as a reference model for countries worldwide.
MCIT reaffirmed its commitment to advancing a sustainable digital future that supports a knowledge-based economy and aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030. Strategic priorities include strengthening Qatar’s role as a hub for digital innovation, ensuring secure and sustainable digital transformation across government entities, investing in digital human capital, and leveraging AI to improve government efficiency and service quality.
Progress was also recorded in the adoption of generative AI tools. MCIT announced the graduation of the first cohort of government entities participating in the Microsoft Copilot Adoption Program, with phase two expanded to include 17 government and semi-government organisations. Phase one achieved a 62 percent adoption rate, with more than 9,000 active users completing 1.7 million tasks and saving over 240,000 working hours through automation.
Qatar also received multiple regional and international recognitions in 2025, including three GCC Digital Government awards in Kuwait, the Arab Digital Economy Award in Dubai, and recognition of 15 technology leaders at the ninth Qatar Digital Business Awards.
