CNN announces first key speakers for Global Perspectives: In Doha event
<p>Doha: CNN has announced the first speakers for the inaugural Middle East chapter of its Global Perspectives events franchise, taking place in Doha, Qatar on October 29, 2026.</p> <p>Chief Executive Officer, Qatar Investment Authority Mohammed Saif Al-Sowaidi; Chief Executive Officer, Higgsfield Alex Mashrabov; President & CEO; Novonesis Ester Baiget; Chief Executive Officer, HUMAIN Tareq Amin;…
CNN has announced the inaugural lineup of speakers for its Global Perspectives event in Doha, Qatar, set for October 29, 2026. The distinguished group includes Qatar Investment Authority CEO Mohammed Saif Al-Sowaidi, Higgsfield CEO Alex Mashrabov, Novonesis President Ester Baiget, HUMAIN CEO Tareq Amin, former world heavyweight boxing champion Vitali Klitschko, and actress/singer Yasmina El Abd.
CNN anchors and correspondents from various regions will facilitate discussions on the concept of "The Invisible World," examining the forces shaping global systems, attention control, and the growing importance of human instinct, creativity, leadership, and resilience in the face of technological advancements.
Other notable speakers include Angel City FC Co-Founder Julie Uhrman, 500 Global COO Courtney Powell, Ghana's Minister of Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Qatari Olympic and World Champion Mutaz Barshim, and Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth Executive Vice President Shamina Singh.
Ellana Lee, Group Vice President, General Manager for APAC, and Global Head of Productions at CNN, expressed excitement about the event, stating that Global Perspectives: In Doha will bring together compelling voices to explore the intersection of power, influence, technology, business, and culture in today's ever-changing world.
The event, hosted in partnership with Media City Qatar, will take place at the Rosewood Doha, with additional commercial partners joining to engage with attendees and CNN's global audience. Further details on the program will be released soon.
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