The Permanent Committee for Hosting Web Summit Qatar has announced the addition of several major international companies to the event’s growing list of partners, including Snapchat, Amazon, Vodafone, and Dell, raising the total number of partners to more than 130 ahead of the third edition scheduled for February 1–4.

The committee also confirmed the participation of new distinguished international speakers, among them Cliff Obrecht, Co-Founder of Canva; Eric Jing, Co-Founder and CEO of Genspark AI; Tao Chang, Co-Founder of Manus AI; and American track star Allyson Felix, who has earned 11 Olympic medals.

H.E. Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Director of the Government Communications Office and Chairman of the Committee, emphasized that the growing number of global partners and speakers reflects the high level of interest in the summit and the international confidence in Qatar as a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and investment. He highlighted that the summit will serve as a launchpad for new success stories and long-term partnerships while supporting economic diversification.

He added that Web Summit Qatar is not merely a global tech event but a strategic platform to empower startups, content creators, and emerging talents, reinforcing Qatar’s position as a preferred destination for digital and creative industries.

The meeting reviewed the latest preparations for the summit, including initiatives supporting creators, the participation of Visit Qatar, Qatar Airways’ special offerings for attendees, and promotional activities being held at Qatar National Library.

The committee reaffirmed its commitment to delivering an exceptional edition that reflects Qatar’s leading status in hosting major global events and strengthens its role as a regional and international hub for technology and innovation.