CEO of Media City Qatar and member of the Organising Committee of the "Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg" Jassim Mohamed al-Khori said the Forum has directly contributed over QR177.5mn to Qatar's GDP and created more than 900 full-time jobs between 2022 and 2024.This came during a press conference held Sunday to mark the official countdown to the fifth edition taking place on May 20-22 in Doha.Al-Khori added that the event has also delivered measurable results for the nation’s international visibility. In 2024 alone, the Forum reached over 300mn homes, delivered QR67.6mn in marketing value, and contributed to an 18% increase in global positive perception of Qatar.He pointed out that the Forum has succeeded in topping the list of the most prominent global economic forums, becoming one of the largest and most influential events on the international scene, highlighting the most prominent economic transformations taking place globally. Over the course of its five editions, including the current one, the forum has hosted more than 7,500 participants from more than 150 countries. This expansion is accompanied by a continuous effort to attract an elite group of distinguished speakers, whose number has reached more than 350, including heads of state, global CEOs, and founders of major international companies.Al-Khori explained that the Forum continues to set new standards. The 2024 edition marked a significant milestone, with approximately 70% of participating CEOs being female, while 23% of the speakers were female, reflecting the Forum's commitment to inclusive representation and diversity in its presentations.He added that this year's theme of "The Road to 2030: Transforming the Global Economy", will spotlight global economic shifts and the Gulf’s influence in shaping the decade ahead. It also comes at a time when development programmes across the region are entering critical phases, while the forum focuses on the driving forces that will shape the final years of this pivotal phase.Among the speakers at the press conference was Representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and member of the Organising Committee Mubarak bin Ajlan al-Kuwari. He said: "Qatar has always believed in the power of dialogue to shape progress. The Forum reflects that belief by bringing together global voices at a time when common understanding is urgently needed. Each edition builds new bridges, and as organisers, we remain focused on creating a space where real cooperation can take root."Al-Kuwari added that the committee is focused on facilitating the process of attracting participants and providing them with the best possible conditions, ensuring they have an exceptional visit to Doha. This will enhance Qatar's standing with them and encourage them to return in the future as tourists or even investors. He noted that the forum is a unique platform for introducing Qatari culture and bringing visitors closer to the local community in all its components.Representative of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and member of the Organising Committee Saleh bin Majid al-Khulaifi said, "The Qatar Economic Forum is where policy, business, and innovation come together to tackle the big questions facing the global economy"."It is a platform for collaboration across sectors and across borders, with Qatar hosting the kinds of conversations that help unlock shared economic opportunity."This year's Forum will bring together over 2,500 global leaders across five key pillars: geopolitics, globalisation and trade; energy supplies and security; technology hype and reality; business and investment outlook; and sports and entertainment. The speaker lineup includes prominent figures such as heads of state, ministers, and CEOs.Some confirmed speakers include HE the Minister of State for Energy Affairs and President and CEO of QatarEnergy Saad bin Sherida al-Kaabi; HE the Minister of Finance Ali bin Ahmed al-Kuwari; HE the Governor of the Qatar Central Bank and Chairperson of the Qatar Investment Authority Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud al-Thani; HE the Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah al-Attiyah, HE the Chairperson of Qatar Tourism Saad bin Ali al-Kharji, the President of Real Estate Regulatory Authority Khalid al-Obaidli and HE the Managing Director of Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy Hassan al-Thawadi.Among the distinguished international speakers are Chair and CEO of ConocoPhillips Ryan M Lance; Executive Vice-President at The Trump Organisation Donald Trump Jr; and CEO, Asset & Wealth Management, JP Morgan Mary Callahan Erdoes, with Elon Musk joining virtually.