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Emirates News Agency / UN Trade and Development: evidence for “Doha’s World Investment Forum adds peace and space to the investment agenda”

More than 5,000 participants, over 80 sessions and more than 400 speakers are expected in Doha from 25 to 27 October. UNCTAD has placed peace and the space economy on the forum agenda for the first time alongside AI, critical minerals, sustainable finance and small-business investment.

Qatar · Investment Policy, AI, SMEs, Space & Critical Minerals

What the source contributes

More than 5,000 participants, over 80 sessions and more than 400 speakers are expected in Doha from 25 to 27 October. UNCTAD has placed peace and the space economy on the forum agenda for the first time alongside AI, critical minerals, sustainable finance and small-business investment.

Horizon synthesis and use

  • The programme gives companies a concentrated route to relevant institutions and themes, not a funded pipeline. Any opportunity still requires a named sponsor, instrument, eligibility rule, capital stage and accountable decision maker.

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  4. 04The record was reviewed on 2026-10-25; what has Emirates News Agency / UN Trade and Development changed or superseded since that date?