9th Made in Qatar exhibition kicks off tomorrow

The ninth edition of the Made in Qatar exhibition will kick off on Wednesday at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) with the participation of 450 companies and factories.Qatar Chamber chairman Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim al-Thani highlighted the broad participation of local companies, emphasising the exhibition’s crucial role in supporting the local industry and promoting homegrown products.Sheikh Khalifa stressed that this significant participation also reflects the keen interest of public and private entities in developing the industrial sector and achieving the desired progress in the industry. He noted that the Qatari industry has witnessed substantial growth in recent years, with numerous existing factories expanding their production and the establishment of new factories.In 2023, a total of 96 new factories were established, bringing the overall number to 930, compared to 834 factories in 2022. Sheikh Khalifa said the number of industrial facilities, both existing and licensed, has grown by 12% from 1,264 in 2022 to 1,411 facilities this year.Sheikh Khalifa highlighted the diversity of industries participating in the exhibition, spanning six sectors, including petrochemicals, furniture, foodstuffs, SMEs, services, and various others.He said the exhibition’s primary goal is to provide visitors with the opportunity to gain insights into the latest products and services within the industrial sector. Participants will have the chance to engage with experts and investors, become acquainted with successful companies operating in Qatar, and understand their capacity for developing their businesses.Sheikh Khalifa said the exhibition’s accompanying events will include a main panel session addressing the future of Qatar’s industry. Additionally, there will be several seminars focusing on key topics like the Tawteen Programme, a national initiative aiming to create investment opportunities in the energy sector. The discussions will also cover topics like government procurement and support for entrepreneurs.The exhibition provides an opportunity for businessmen and foreign investors to gain insights into Qatar's industrial sector and the investment opportunities available in this sector. It also serves as a platform for bilateral meetings between Qatari investors and their foreign counterparts, facilitating deal-making, and fostering alliances and partnerships in the industrial sector, Sheikh Khalifa said.