Bassam Essa Al-Mannai

Bassam Al Mannai isAssistant Secretary-General for the Centre for Future Foresight and National Visions at the National Planning Council, where heleads Qatar’s national foresight agenda and oversees the development of long -horizon visions that guide the country’s strateg ic direction. He is responsible forembedding foresight, anticipatory governance, and future -readiness across government, ensuring that policy desig n and execution remain aligned with Qatar’s long -term national priorities. In this role, hedrives strategic visioning, horizon scanning, and risk preparedness, supporting government entities in identify ing emerging trends, managing systemic risks, andtranslating future insights into actionable policy choices. He also plays a central role in shaping Qatar’s next National Vision, while strengthening evidence -based policymaking, behavioral insights, and government-wide capabilities for long -term planning and deli vry. His work ensurescoherence between national objectives, sectoral strategies, and long -term development outcomes. With nearly two decades of experience across government and state -owned enterprises, Al Mannai brings deep expertise in economic monitoring, fiscal analysis, and the delivery of complex national initiatives. His background spans master planning, real estate portfolio manageme nt, policy formulation, and legislative reform, with hands -on leadership of major capital projects. Known for cross-government coordination and executional discipline, he has a strong track record inturning national strategies into implementable programs and driving system -level reform. His work is guided by a commitment to sustainable growth, effective governance, and the advancement of Qatar’s national in