Chief Administrative Officer at Vodafone Qatar Abdulla Ali AlMisnad and Vice President, Academics at UDST Dr. Rachid Benlamri during the MoU signing ceremony at Web Summit Qatar 2026.
Doha, Qatar: Vodafone Qatar and the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for cooperation across talent development, training, and innovation, strengthening collaboration between industry and academia in Qatar.
The MoU was signed by Abdulla Ali AlMisnad, Chief Administrative Officer at Vodafone Qatar, and Dr. Rachid Benlamri, Vice President, Academics at UDST during Web Summit Qatar 2026, reflecting a shared commitment to supporting national human capital development and fostering practical, future-ready skills aligned with Qatar’s digital and economic priorities.
Through this collaboration, Vodafone Qatar and UDST will explore opportunities to support talent development, knowledge exchange, and innovation initiatives that strengthen workforce readiness and applied learning, with a focus on enhancing practical skills, industry exposure, and collaboration between academia and the private sector.
Abdulhadi Al-Sahli, Head of Media Relations and CSR at Vodafone Qatar, commented, “In our ongoing efforts to support Qatar’s transition into a digital economy, Vodafone Qatar is committed to empowering local talent and collaborating with academic institutions. Our partnership with the University of Doha for Science and Technology reflects our belief that education and skills development are fundamental to building a future-ready workforce. By bridging the gap between Qatar’s youth and industry, this collaboration helps ensure young talent is equipped with the practical tools and real-world experience needed to succeed, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030. ”
Commenting on the agreement, Najla Al-Naemi, Director of National and International Affairs at University of Doha for Science and Technology, said: “Collaborations with leading telecommunications partners such as Vodafone Qatar are essential to strengthening applied education and ensuring our graduates are equipped with future-ready skills. Announcing this MoU at Web Summit underscores the importance of global platforms in showcasing and advancing such initiatives. This agreement reflects UDST’s commitment to connecting academia with industry, supporting innovation, and contributing to national workforce development.
