The short version

Cisco and Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology have signed a deal to grow AI use in health, tourism, transport and logistics. The partnership will also train thousands of Qataris through Cisco’s Networking Academy.

What happened

The agreement aims to expand AI applications and create digital solutions that improve service delivery and operational efficiency in health, tourism, national infrastructure, transport and logistics.

It was signed by Eman Ahmed Al Kuwari, director of MCIT’s Digital Innovation Department, and Hasan Khan, general manager of Cisco Qatar.

Qatar’s Digital Agenda 2030 sets a clear direction for building a competitive, knowledge‑based digital economy.

Eman Al Kuwari

The background

The deal builds on seven years of Cisco’s CDA work in Qatar, a co‑investment initiative that operates in 62 countries and aligns technology with national priorities.

In Qatar the programme has supported projects in energy, transport, aviation and major events.

Cisco’s Networking Academy, which provides training in AI, networking and cybersecurity, has already taught 30,000 learners through 25 academies across the country.

What it means for owners and operators

Businesses can expect easier access to AI tools that automate routine tasks and improve customer experiences, especially in health, tourism and logistics.

The focus on safety, security and digital experiences means operators will need to invest in secure infrastructure and up‑skill staff.

The training programme promises a larger pool of locally trained talent, reducing reliance on expatriate experts and lowering hiring costs.

The numbers

Cisco’s CDA programme runs in 62 countries.

The Qatar partnership adds to seven years of collaboration.

Cisco’s Networking Academy has trained 30,000 learners via 25 academies in Qatar.

30,000

Learners trained by Academy

25

Academies in Qatar

Source: as reported by gulf-times.com.

Our take

Analysis by Infercline · The power map

Cisco’s partnership gives it a foothold in Qatar’s AI push while MCIT gains a ready‑made supply of skilled talent.

What to do in your business tomorrow

  1. Map any current manual processes in health, tourism or transport that could be automated with AI.
  2. Review your existing IT infrastructure to ensure it can support secure AI workloads.
  3. Identify staff who could benefit from AI up‑skilling and set up a training plan.

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Sources

  • gulf-times.com: MCIT and Cisco announce collaboration to expand AI applications and develop digital solutions
  • Gulf Times: MCIT and Cisco announce collaboration to expand AI applications and develop digital solutions | Gulf Times