QatarDebate at World Investment Forum 2026
QatarDebate is participating in the World Investment Forum 2026, organized by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in Doha. The biennial forum brings together global leaders, investors, policymakers, international organizations, and next-generation changemakers to shape the future of global investment and sustainable growth.
Through curated interactive sessions and the dedicated Youth Corner, QatarDebate champions the youth voice—equipping young leaders to debate critical technological frontiers, engage with world experts, and bring actionable insights to international decision-makers.
25 – 27 October 2026
Doha, Qatar
UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) & Partners
Sessions & Activities
AI Everywhere: Opportunity, Influence and Impact – Youth Led
This youth-led session explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping education, work, and entrepreneurial ecosystems. Panelists and debaters will examine emerging opportunities for young founders, essential future-ready skills, and the wider socioeconomic impacts of AI on work and innovation.
Expert Contributors
- Jonathan Greechan: Co-Founder & Chief Innovation Officer, Founder Institute
- Eman Al-Kuwari: Director of Digital Innovation, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT)
- Mert Dedebas: Regional Director, MENA and Turkey Offices, Frankfurt School of Finance & Management
Youth Debaters & Leaders
- Mohamed Khalid & Ammar Karkour (TBC) — QatarDebate Youth Team
Youth Connect
Designed specifically for youth delegates, this pre-opening gathering welcomes young attendees, introduces the United Nations and UNCTAD framework, and provides strategic pathways for active dialogue and meaningful engagement across the Forum.
View Youth Connect Details →The Youth Corner Hub
Throughout the three-day Forum, QatarDebate hosts the Youth Corner—an interactive space dedicated to youth networking, debrief discussions, interviews, daily polls, challenges, and the Youth Insights Wall where participants can present recommendations directly to global stakeholders.
Join the Global Forum
Secure your registration through the official United Nations Indico platform to attend sessions, engage with international delegations, and participate in QatarDebate activities.
Register for WIF 2026