Webinar: Exploring the Qatari Market: Getting Ready for Web Summit Qatar 2027

Is Qatar the right market for your startup? How does the local innovation ecosystem operate? And how can you make the most of your participation at Web Summit Qatar 2027?

Qatar is rapidly positioning itself as a regional innovation hub, creating new opportunities for international startups looking to expand into the Middle East. However, understanding the local business environment, stakeholder landscape, and relationship-driven culture is essential for building successful partnerships and entering the market effectively.

This session provides Swiss startups with a practical introduction to Qatar’s startup ecosystem and business landscape. Participants will gain insights from experts with on-the-ground experience and learn how to engage with investors, corporates, government entities, and innovation organisations in the region.

The session will also highlight opportunities around Web Summit Qatar 2027 and explain how Swiss startups can leverage the Swiss Pavilion to increase visibility, build meaningful connections, and gain valuable market insights before entering the region.

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• Date: 28.09.2026
• Time: 12.00-13.00
• Location: Online – Zoom
• Speakers:
  Suhail El Obeid, Senior Consultant Middle East
  Sarra Messaoudi, Economic & Commercial Officer at the Embassy of Switzerland in the State of Qatar & Swiss Business Hub Middle East – Qatar

Session Main Takeaways

• Understand how Qatar’s startup ecosystem, business networks, and decision-making landscape operate
• Learn how to engage effectively with partners, investors, and government stakeholders in Qatar
• Discover how the Swiss Pavilion at Web Summit Qatar 2027 can support visibility, networking, and market exploration

Join this session to explore the opportunities Qatar offers and prepare your startup for a successful presence at Web Summit Qatar 2027.

About the Switzerland Global Enterprise
Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE) is Switzerland’s official export and investment promotion organization. On behalf of the Confederation and cantons, we help Swiss SMEs and startups expand internationally through a global network, and support innovative foreign companies setting up in Switzerland.