Doha:Under the patronage of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, HE Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah inaugurated the 4th Qatar Real Estate Forum 2026 on Tuesday. The event brings together policymakers, investors, developers, and industry leaders to explore emerging opportunities and the forces shaping the future of Qatar's real estate market.
According to Qatar News Agency, the forum is being held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) and is organized in partnership with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat) and Informa Tharawat. The opening ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including HE Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim and HE Minister of Finance Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, among others.
HE President of Aqarat Mohammed bin Hassan Al Malki addressed the gathering, stating that the forum comes at a critical juncture in the evolution of Qatar's real estate sector. He emphasized Aqarat's commitment to building a market anchored in trust and transparency, offering enduring opportunities for investors and developers through robust regulatory and economic foundations.
The forum serves as a platform for public entities, investors, developers, and industry leaders to converge, exchange expertise, and debate the diverse forces shaping the market's future. It aims to identify investment opportunities and forge partnerships to support sustained sector growth. Held alongside Cityscape Qatar, the forum's scope for participation and engagement among stakeholders is substantially broadened.
Under the theme of stability as the foundation of investment, the event features over 70 speakers and 60 exhibitors discussing key issues such as investment portfolio diversification, opportunities in various real estate sectors, and the role of private capital in economic diversification. The agenda also explores sustainability, governance standards, and the potential impact of artificial intelligence on urban development.
The forum includes an innovation platform where industry specialists explore ideas and innovations shaping the market's future through panel discussions, case studies, and live demonstrations. Additionally, interactive workshops address practical issues within the sector, allowing participants to translate discussions into practical applications and deepen sector communication and collaboration. Participants can register for these workshops in advance and receive a certificate of participation.