Celebrating 7 years of thought leadership, the IDC CIO Summit – Qatar returns on 17 November 2026 in Doha as the country’s premier gathering of technology decision-makers.

Qatar is accelerating its digital transformation under the National AI Strategy and Qatar National Vision 2030, supported by targeted programs, strategic investments, and strong private-sector participation. With AI spending in the region expected to reach USD 25.9 billion by 2029, Qatar is well-positioned to lead the shift toward Agentic AI through its ethical frameworks and global partnerships.

CIOs face key challenges, including modernizing legacy systems, strengthening data foundations, managing infrastructure costs, expanding AI talent, and ensuring responsible, outcome-driven adoption.

The IDC Qatar CIO Summit 2026 will bring together senior leaders from government, industry, and technology to advance responsible, scalable AI deployment and reinforce Qatar’s role as a regional hub for digital intelligence.