Jeannie Cahalane
Doha, Qatar, Dec 16, 2025 – The mandate for human capital leaders in Qatar has evolved. At the 2nd HR Forum Qatar, held in May 2025, the consensus among government and private sector leaders was definitive: HR is no longer an administrative support function, but the strategic engine driving the Qatar National Vision 2030.
The Big Picture: Organized by Great Minds Event Management, the forum addressed the critical transition from a resource-based economy to a knowledge-based workforce. The event moved beyond traditional recruitment discussions to focus on “Modernizing the Workforce”—specifically through the integration of digital tools and sustainable talent strategies that align with national development goals.
Key Takeaways:
- Digitization as a Standard: The conversation shifted from “why digitize” to “how to scale.” Sessions highlighted that adopting the latest HR technologies is now a baseline requirement for organizations aiming to enhance operational agility and data-driven decision-making.
- Qatarization 2.0: The focus on national talent development has deepened. Discussions emphasized that successful Qatarization is not just about meeting quotas, but about creating robust upskilling pathways that prepare local talent for leadership roles in a competitive global market.
- Employee Experience (EX): Amidst rapid transformation, Employee Well-being emerged as a key metric for retention. Leaders argued that modernizing the workforce requires a holistic approach where mental health and engagement strategies are integrated directly into the digital employee journey.
The Bottom Line: For investors and multinational corporations operating in Doha, the 2nd HR Forum Qatar underscored that “Human Capital” is now the primary asset class. The aggressive push toward Learning and Development (L&D)and digital HR infrastructure indicates a market that is maturing rapidly to support a diversified economy.
What’s Next: As Qatar accelerates toward its 2030 goals, the strategies formulated at this forum—particularly around digital upskilling and national talent integration—are expected to define the regulatory and operational HR landscape for 2026.
Official Media Partner: AIPressRoom joins the 2nd HR Forum Qatar in Doha.
