Doha, February 04 (QNA) - Executive Vice President of Business Development Strategy at QNB Group Najla Ibrahim Al Mutawa affirmed that Qatar's hosting of Web Summit Qatar 2026, the third edition of this major global event, reinforces the country's role as a convenor of global ideas, capital, and talent, positioning it as an enabler for innovation and digital transformation.

In a special interview with Qatar News Agency (QNA), Al Mutawa noted: "Qatar is in a very unique position at the intersection of technology, finance, and the ability to scale."  

She added: This convergence strengthens Qatar's position as a credible hub for innovation and digital transformation, not just regionally but globally."

She stressed:" The summit helps turn dialogue into practical collaboration. By connecting policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs and institutions, it lowers barriers for innovators to scale across markets. Importantly, it promotes inclusive digital growth, sharing frameworks and solutions that can be adapted by emerging and vulnerable economies, supporting the development of resilient, knowledge-based systems."

Highlighting the multiple benefits of the summit, she mentioned: " The summit accelerates decision-making by bringing capital, technology providers and end-users into one space," adding: "For startups, it opens access to funding, partnerships and market entry opportunities. For established entities, it encourages investment in efficiency, digital infrastructure and innovation, helping move ideas from pilot stage to scalable implementation. Over the past 4 days, we have been privileged to walk around the conference center, listening to and learning from entrepreneurs and innovators."

Al Mutawa explained: "A The alignment is clear. The summit advances economic diversification through innovation, supports human development by focusing on skills, entrepreneurship and knowledge transfer, and increasingly integrates sustainability into technology and business models. These themes directly reflect the balanced development pillars of Qatar National Vision 2030."

Regarding how QNB Group supports shaping the future of financial innovation in Qatar and beyond, Al Mutawa said: "QNB group is shaping the future of financial innovation in Qatar and beyond. As a Diamond Sponsor of Web Summit Qatar, the group is showcasing its commitment to driving digital transformation and fostering a dynamic fintech ecosystem that supports Qatar National Vision 2030."

"Through initiatives such as the QNB Transformation Office and strategic partnerships with leading institutions, QNB is reimagining how banking empowers people and businesses," she underscored.

"Its focus is clear: building a human-centric digital future where technology enhances accessibility, trust, and growth across every financial interaction. By modernizing financial services while financing the real economy, QNB plays a central role in enabling human development, economic diversification and long-term resilience," she concluded. (QNA)