H.E. Mr. Saad Bin Ali Al Kharji, Chairman of Qatar Tourism and
Chair of the Board of Directors of Visit Qatar, inaugurated the 10th edition of
Hospitality Qatar, the nation’s leading international exhibition and conference
for the hospitality, tourism, and HORECA industries, at the Doha Exhibition and
Convention Center (DECC). Organized by IFP Qatar, the event runs from 28 to 30
October 2025, welcoming senior officials, ambassadors, business leaders, and
professionals from across the region to celebrate a decade of excellence and
innovation within Qatar’s rapidly growing hospitality sector.

Marking ten successful
editions, Hospitality Qatar 2025 continues to serve as the country’s
flagship platform for hospitality, hotel, and food-service professionals. This
year’s edition features 150 exhibitors, including 100 local and 50
international companies representing twenty countries, including Argentina,
Chile, India, the UAE, Algeria, China, Italy, Russia, Oman, Egypt, and the
Netherlands. The exhibition covers key segments such as hotels and resorts,
interior design and furnishings, food and beverage, catering equipment,
technology solutions, and eco-friendly hospitality systems—reinforcing Qatar’s
status as a regional hub for business, trade, and tourism investment.

Mr. Omar Abdelrahman Al
Jaber, Chief of the Tourism Development Sector said:
“Hospitality Qatar continues to play a vital role in advancing the nation’s
hospitality and tourism ecosystem. Over the past decade, the exhibition has
become a key platform that connects local and international stakeholders,
encourages investment, and drives excellence across all aspects of the sector,
from hotels and F&B to service innovation and sustainability. As we
celebrate its tenth edition, we reaffirm Qatar’s commitment to fostering
innovation, empowering local talent, and strengthening partnerships that drive
sustainable growth. This milestone reflects Qatar’s
growing status as a regional hub for tourism and hospitality, in line with
the goals of the Third National Development Strategy and Qatar National Vision
2030.”

Ms. Hayat Bayan,
Commercial & Operations Director at IFP Qatar, stated: “Hospitality
Qatar 2025 marks a significant milestone, celebrating ten years of success as
the country’s most trusted meeting point for the hospitality industry. The
exhibition connects suppliers, investors, hotels, and experts, driving
meaningful partnerships and supporting Qatar’s continued leadership in this
vital sector.”

She added: “This year’s edition showcases
cutting-edge solutions across design, sustainability, technology, and F&B,
giving both local and international participants access to new business
opportunities in one of the fastest-growing markets in the region.”

In line with the Years of
Culture program, this year’s edition highlights the cultural partnership
between Qatar, Argentina, and Chile, organized in collaboration with the
Ministry of Commerce and Industry and Qatar Museums. This initiative reflects
the strong synergy between culture and hospitality, reinforcing Qatar’s
identity as a diverse and globally connected nation.

Among the main highlights of
Hospitality Qatar 2025 is the Bocuse d’Or National Selection Qatar 2025,
the world’s most prestigious culinary competition, serving as a launchpad for
Qatari chefs to showcase their talent on the international stage. The event
also features the Pastry World Cup, where leading pastry chefs display
creativity and craftsmanship through world-class artistry.

In addition, the Ambassadors
of Excellence Ceremony, organized in partnership with Qatar Tourism, honors the
most distinguished institutions and brands that have contributed to advancing
the country’s hospitality landscape.

This year, Talabat joins as
the Official Food Tech Partner, presenting the Restaurant Choice Award, which
celebrates customer favorites and recognizes innovation in Qatar’s dynamic
F&B sector.

Hospitality Qatar 2025
aligns with the Third National Development Strategy (2024–2030) and the Qatar
National Vision 2030, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to sustainability,
innovation, and economic diversification through a thriving tourism and
hospitality sector.

Lavazza,
the Silver Sponsor, highlighted that its participation in this
distinguished event reflects its passion for excellence and dedication to
supporting Qatar’s vibrant hospitality community, as Hospitality Qatar celebrates creativity and
quality.

Qatar’s tourism sector
continues to record steady growth, welcoming over 2.6 million visitors in the
first half of 2025, a 3% increase compared to the same period last year. The
country also achieved 1.5 million visitors in the first quarter alone, reflecting
sustained international interest and strong post-World Cup momentum. According to Qatar Tourism, the sector contributed
nearly QAR 55 billion to the national GDP in 2024, representing around 8% of
the economy and marking a 14% increase over 2023.