This Is Qatar - Forbes Middle East Names Visit Qatar CEO Among Top 10 Government Leaders in Tourism for 2025
Breaking Now Articles Events Videos Local News Lifestyle Food Business Sports Art & Culture

Forbes Middle East Names Visit Qatar CEO Among Top 10 Government Leaders in Tourism for 2025

Forbes Middle East has recognised Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi, CEO of Visit Qatar, as one of the “Top 10 Government Leaders in Tourism” for 2025, acknowledging his role in positioning Qatar as a leading global tourism destination.

Joanna Hindo, May 01, 2025

Appointed CEO of Visit Qatar in May 2024, Eng. Al-Mawlawi oversees the promotional and marketing efforts of Qatar Tourism, the country’s tourism regulatory authority. Under his leadership, Qatar saw unprecedented growth in international visitors, surpassing five million in 2024, marking a 25% year-on-year increase.

Forbes credited Eng. Al-Mawlawi for his strategic vision, which includes positioning Qatar as a key destination for major global sporting events, as well as his emphasis on digital innovation and forging key global partnerships.

His leadership continues to drive Visit Qatar’s success in destination marketing, aligning with Qatar National Vision 2030 to ensure the sustainable growth of the nation’s tourism sector.