H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser joined the ‘Catalyzing The Future’ celebration of Qatar Science & Technology Park’s 10th anniversary. Prime Minister and Interior Minister H E Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, and Deputy Prime Minister and Mini
Doha: H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, last night attended the ‘Catalyzing The Future’ celebration of the 10th anniversary of Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP).
‘Catalyzing The Future’ was attended by Prime Minister and Interior Minister, H E Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs, and Chairperson of the Qatar Research, Development and Innovation Council, H E Dr. Khalid bin Mohamad Al Attiyah, alongside Ministers and dignitaries, and representatives from Qatar’s research, development, and innovation (RDI) ecosystem.
The Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser; Prime Minister and Interior Minister, H E Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs, H E Dr. Khalid bin Mohamed Al Attiyah, during the ‘Catalyzing The Future’ celebration to mark the 10th anniversary of Qatar Science & Technology Park. PICS: A R Al Baker
It marked Qatar Foundation’s (QF) achievements in the field of RDI and emphasised how a nationwide commitment to advancing innovation will create a “legacy” for Qatar, looking ahead to the next phase of the nation’s RDI journey.
QSTP, which hosted the event, has become a national and regional hub of technology innovation and development since its establishment by QF 10 years ago.
‘Catalyzing The Future’ highlighted how the culture created by Qatar Foundation in education, research, development, and innovation has provided the platform to take RDI in Qatar to a new level – supporting the nation’s economic and social development, and underpinning its self-sufficiency and sustainability. It also spotlighted the role that QSTP, part of Qatar Foundation Research, Development and Innovation, will play in accelerating Qatar’s business RDI sector and making it a global destination for technology companies and talent.
H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser toured an exhibition highlighting the achievements of technology ventures that have been incubated at QSTP in the fields of applied research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. She was accompanied by H E, and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs.
The Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser; and Prime Minister and Interior Minister, H E Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, at the event.
‘Catalyzing The Future’ culminated with a speech by H E Dr. Khalid bin Mohamad Al Attiyah, who chairs the Qatar Research, Development and Innovation Council, a national body charged with creating a nationwide strategy for research, development, and innovation, QRDI 2030, and the operating model for its successful execution. With its creation being mandated by Qatar’s second National Development Strategy, QRDI 2030 will contribute to the transformation of the nation’s social and economic future, and H E Dr. Khalid bin Mohammad Al Attiyah said that Qatar’s goal is to rank among the world’s most advanced innovation economies.
Speaking about the importance of the National Strategy for Research, Development and Innovation 2030, he said: “With this strategy, we are honored to provide our country with a new national legacy towards 2030; a legacy that befits its ambition, protects its national interests and reinforces its position and global leadership. A new legacy for an ambitious homeland, under the banner of our Amir, that is focused on research, development, and innovation.
“We will work tirelessly to realize Qatar’s vision of becoming a knowledge-based economy.”
The Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, at the venue.
H E Dr. Khalid bin Mohammad Al Attiyah acknowledged the magnitude of the challenge ahead, but highlighted that an upcoming RDI roadmap for Qatar will create a new legacy for the nation that protects its national interests and reinforces its global leadership position.
Dr. Richard O’Kennedy, Vice President of Research, Development and Innovation at Qatar Foundation, said QF has built a “world-class” RDI infrastructure, established science and technology-focused academic institutions, and supported technology entrepreneurs, innovators, and businesses “to build market-driven innovations and to translate the outcomes of our research into solutions to challenges that Qatar and the world face.”
“QF, together with other RDI organizations in Qatar, has nurtured a vibrant, globally-recognized research culture – bringing together local, regional, and international researchers and innovators, and producing outcomes that place Qatar on the world map as a leader of discovery,” he said.
