Doha: Under the patronage of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, HE Minister of Commerce and Industry Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al-Thani inaugurated the Qatar Travel Mart 2025, with the participation of 300 exhibitors from over 60 countries. The exhibition, convened at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, provides a significant platform for forging partnerships, sharing perspectives, and exploring tourism destinations.
According to Qatar News Agency, following the inauguration, Sheikh Faisal toured the various pavilions and was briefed on the services and investment opportunities in the tourism and travel sectors showcased by the participating entities. HE Chairman of Qatar Tourism and Chair of the Board of Directors of Visit Qatar Saad bin Ali Al Kharji stated that this event has become an annual landmark that gathers industry experts and global partners in the travel sector, highlighting Qatar's continued growth in the tourism sphere.
Last year's edition brought together over 300 exhibitors from more than 60 nations, spanning an area of 15,000 square meters. This year, Al Kharji pointed out, the event returns with greater ambition. He emphasized that Visit Qatar's participation as a strategic partner reflects its commitment to supporting the sector's growth and reinforcing Qatar's standing as a global tourism hub.
Al Kharji noted that this year's mart offers broader horizons for cooperation and sharing expertise, as well as exploring business opportunities among partners in the tourism sector. Visit Qatar's pavilion hosts a spectrum of key partners in culture, entertainment, business, and sports tourism, aligning with a strategy to diversify tourism showcases and strengthen Qatar's readiness to welcome visitors from diverse global markets.
He affirmed that this year's program highlights the strength of Qatar's tourism product and its assets-from heritage and cultural experiences to family-oriented and entertainment offerings, world-class sporting capabilities, medical tourism, and an expanding cruise-ship season.
The strength of Qatar's tourism sector is rooted in partnerships with domestic, regional, and global institutions, as well as partners among tour operators, hotels, and economic entities. Al Kharji elaborated that Qatar Tourism is committed to collaboration to promote new experiences, support professional programs, and reinforce Qatar's presence on the global travel map.
He encouraged participants to explore the innovative ideas the mart will showcase, novel success stories, and partnerships that help chart the future of tourism in Qatar and beyond. The first day of the mart saw the participation of thousands of industry specialists and a wide array of exhibitors and international delegations. The second day is expected to feature activities designed to deepen collaboration and spotlight emerging opportunities within the sector.
Participating delegations will present tailored cultural showcases and media briefings on tourism destinations, providing an in-depth perspective on investment opportunities and forthcoming tourism initiatives. The activities of this mart will continue until Nov. 26, offering trade visitors, entertainment experts, and culture enthusiasts a unique opportunity to explore the future of the travel sector, discover global destinations, and engage in specialized discussions.