The Qatari capital, Doha, is preparing to host the first edition of MWC25 this November with an expanded agenda that reflects Qatar’s growing ambition to establish itself as a regional hub for technological innovation and the telecommunications industry.
Organizers have announced the inclusion of Smart City Expo – the world’s largest event dedicated to urban innovation – as part of MWC25, alongside the GSMA Digital Leaders Programme, which will take place in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) for the first time following successful editions in Barcelona and Shanghai.
Exhibition and Key Participants
The exhibition will expand across three main halls at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). Among the newly confirmed exhibitors and sponsors are Google, Nokia, Cisco Mannai, Turkcell, VEON, Qatar University, as well as several regional and international institutions.
High-profile global tech leaders will also take part in keynote sessions, including:
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Peggy Johnson, CEO of Agility Robotics
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Deemah AlYahya, Secretary General of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO)
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Hatem Dowidar, Group CEO of e&
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Aziz Aluthman Fakhroo, Group CEO of Ooredoo
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Kaan Terzioğlu, Group CEO of VEON
A Platform for Innovation and Collaboration
The event is expected to serve as a meeting point for policymakers, innovators, and investors, featuring:
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4YFN, the dedicated platform supporting technology startups.
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The GSMA Ministerial Programme, which will bring together ministers and policymakers from across the region and beyond to shape the future of digital transformation in MENA.
Key Themes
MWC25 Doha will focus on three major themes:
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AI Nexus
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Intelligent Economies
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Connected Industries
These will be addressed through a series of specialized summits on the AI economy, 5G networks, cybersecurity, satellite technologies, fintech and digital commerce, smart mobility, and the Internet of Things (IoT).
A Digital Future for MENA
Scheduled for 25–26 November 2025 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), MWC25 Doha is set to be a pivotal platform shaping the future of connectivity and the digital economy in the Middle East and North Africa. The event underscores Qatar’s growing role as a regional hub for innovation and emerging technologies.
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