GCC Youth Summit calls for preserving culture, sustainable growth

Doha, Qatar: The GCC Youth Summit 2025 concluded yesterday with key recommendations for regional growth, including preservation of cultural heritage,...

Doha, Qatar: The GCC Youth Summit 2025 concluded yesterday with key recommendations for regional growth, including preservation of cultural heritage, supporting sustainability efforts and addressing climate challenges.

QatarDebate Center, founded by Qatar Foundation, has successfully concluded the summit. Held under the theme, “Dialogue and Visions,” the summit featured two days of insightful discussions about groundbreaking ideas, focused on the future of the Gulf region and the pivotal role of youth in advancing various industries.

Key recommendations from the summit, developed by the participants, emphasised the development of policies in several key areas. These included the preservation of cultural heritage, supporting sustainability efforts, addressing climate challenges, developing the Gulf technology sector, and diversifying the economy away from reliance on oil.

Other focal points included leveraging the Gulf’s political legacy and its international policy paths, and enhancing the region’s healthcare system to meet the needs of its societies.

Organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports and Youth of Qatar, the strategic partner, and Msheireb Museums, the logistical partner, the event took place at Bin Jelmood House in Msheireb Downtown Doha. The summit provided a vibrant and interactive platform for youth and experts from across the Gulf to present their visions, exchange ideas, and formulate constructive recommendations for the future of the region.