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Doha Trade Fair 2012 unveiled
Biggest shopping carnival of the year, Doha Trade Fair 2012, unveiled its doors to the public on 31st December 2011 at Doha Exhibitions Centre.
The ten-day fair, unveiled by H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohamed al-Thani, Chairman of Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry (QCCI) is organized by the Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA), in association with q.media events.
The launch of the event involved participation of representatives from QTA and q.media, along with other high-profile officials and personalities. The DTF 2012 edition is one of the prime trade shows in the region, featuring more than 570 renowned exhibitors from 29 countries, showcasing the latest and most exclusive products from a range of household items, including toys, gadgets, electronics, cosmetics and perfumes, clothes and food.
Participating countries this year include Egypt, China, Canada, Bangladesh, Kuwait, France, India, Italy, Kenya, Jordan, KSA, Korea, Hong Kong, Morocco, Malaysia, Lebanon, Philippines, Qatar, Syria, Singapore, Turkey, UAE, United Sates, Yemen, Tunisia, Thailand, United States and Yemen.
There is a dedicated fun zone area for families and children featuring face painting, parade, family of mascots, and inflatables. There will be four shows daily, starting from 2pm, and will include a fire show and a barrel show.
Just as in the previous years, the carpet manufacturers, mainly from Iran, have taken the Doha Trade Fair by storm for another year. This year, there is a huge rise in the quantity of carpets set for sale during the 10-day event, in comparison to other quantities displayed by the exhibitors in the previous years. Persian carpets are very much in demand not only within the region, but across the world. Another maker from Tehran said that they exported carpets worth several millions to most parts of the world, and Qatar has always been a good market for display of his products. Other countries such as Pakistan’s Quetta in Baluchistan, and Turkish carpets with their remarkable patterns are all available for sale at the venue.
The Doha Trade Fair 2012 will continue until 10th January, wherein opening times are from 11am to 10pm daily and on Friday from 2pm to 10pm. However, the 2012 edition is being held with strategic partnerships of Seqlia, Batteel, Tents and Al-Mutakamelah.
More details about the fair available at www.doha-tradefair.com.
Posted on 3/1/2012
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