Arab SMEs Summit – ROWAD 2024

November 18
 – November 20
Doha
Qatar
ESCWA

Under the Patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani
Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs State of Qatar

Join us at the Arab SMEs Summit – ROWAD 2024

The forthcoming joint event, co-organized by the United Nations ESCWA and Qatar Development Bank, will integrate the ROWAD Entrepreneurship Conference and the Arab SMEs Summit. This initiative aspires to establish a vibrant platform for promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development throughout the Arab region. The event will showcase a variety of activities tailored to support the growth and advancement of startups and SMEs. By convening key stakeholders, this event aims to foster networking, knowledge exchange, and the discovery of new opportunities, in alignment with the region’s economic visions and goals.

About ROWAD

The Qatar Entrepreneurship Conference, Rowad, celebrates entrepreneurial excellence and milestones, operating both locally and globally. It fosters connections among key ecosystem players, enhancing entrepreneurial knowledge and capabilities. As a Qatar Development Bank brand and member of Global Entrepreneurship Week, Rowad contributes to advancing the private sector and strengthening the knowledge-based economy, attracting millions of participants worldwide.

About ASMES

The Arab SMEs Summit (ASMES); organized by the United Nations ESCWA; is a regional annual platform for accelerating the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across the Arab region. This annual event aims to empower SMEs to expand their reach beyond local markets, focusing on sustainable growth and enhanced regional collaboration.