Qatar aims to position as AI innovation leader

Doha, Qatar: Robust and resilient physical and digital infrastructure is a key enabler for Qatar s economic development. The country is looking ahead...

Doha, Qatar: Robust and resilient physical and digital infrastructure is a key enabler for Qatar’s economic development. The country is looking ahead to an era of transformation and growth, which is underpinned by its Third National Development Strategy (NDS-3).

Qatar stands out for its strategic emphasis on AI as a key priority sector. By integrating AI into its NDS-3, it aims to accelerate its economic diversification efforts and establish itself as a leader in AI innovation.

This reflects a broader vision to leverage cutting-edge technologies to enhance its global competitiveness and achieve sustainable development goals, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) stated in its Middle East’s latest Qatar Economy Watch.

Through targeted investments in AI research and applications, and laying a strong foundation of regulations and services, Qatar can continue to position itself as a strategic market within the global technological landscape, demonstrating a commitment to embracing the opportunities presented by the digital age.

Qatar is embedding AI into its national agenda to drive technological sovereignty, economic diversification, and secure leadership in AI innovation. Key strategies include establishing regulatory frameworks, developing sovereign AI infrastructure, forming an AI economic cluster, and applying AI across government and key sectors. These efforts aim to fulfil the country’s NDS-3, enhance global competitiveness, and ensure sustainable development in the digital age.