Doha, November 25 (QNA) - Reports released today at MWC Doha 2025 highlighted Qatar’s global progress in adopting artificial intelligence, big data, and advanced 5G networks, confirming the effectiveness of the country’s strategic investments.

During the conference, the Mobile Economy 2025 report for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) was launched, along with GSMA’s Enterprise Digital Transformation Report for MENA, which forecast that the mobile communications sector in the region will reach $470 billion in contribution by 2030, with 5G networks accounting for 48% of all connections in the region.

The published reports confirmed the accelerating growth in the MENA region’s adoption of smart networks and advanced digital services across multiple sectors, including healthcare, smart mobility, logistics, financial services, and customer experience.

Through specialized sessions, high-level discussions, and interactive showcases, MWC25 Doha explores the latest developments in telecommunications, most notably artificial intelligence, cloud computing, satellite connectivity, and data-driven solutions, and their role in reshaping economies and defining the future of key sectors.

Director General of the GSMA Vivek Badrinath said in a speech during the conference that this event represents an important milestone for the MENA region and the global connectivity ecosystem. He noted the presence of world-class investments in networks, artificial intelligence, and digital services across the region, emphasizing that the clear ambition is opening new opportunities and horizons for economies and societies.

On its first day, the conference hosted a series of specialized sessions and technical discussions that brought together industry leaders and policymakers from inside and outside the region. Delegations from MENA countries participated in discussions on the priorities of the next phase in telecommunications, digital transformation, and smart infrastructure.

The panels also addressed the future of 5G, artificial intelligence, and flexible regulation, reflecting the region’s accelerating momentum toward building more competitive digital economies.

The conference also witnessed today the signing of several agreements and memoranda of understanding between government entities and specialized technology companies. (QNA)