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Qatar concludes successful participation at LPS Shanghai 2025

Published: 08 Dec 2025 - 09:35 am | Last Updated: 08 Dec 2025 - 09:36 am
Consul General of the State of Qatar in Shanghai, H E Rashid Mubarak Al Khater with other officials during the LPS Shanghai 2025.

Consul General of the State of Qatar in Shanghai, H E Rashid Mubarak Al Khater with other officials during the LPS Shanghai 2025.

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar marked its successful participation at LPS Shanghai 2025, Asia-Pacific’s leading luxury real estate exhibition, for the second consecutive year. Held from 5 to 7 December, the Qatar Pavilion served as a dynamic platform to showcase the country’s vibrant and fast-growing real estate market to property investors and stakeholders from all over the world.

Inaugurated by Consul General of the State of Qatar in Shanghai, H E Rashid Mubarak Al Khater, the Pavilion highlighted Qatar’s dynamic real estate offerings to the Chinese market.

Hosted by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat) and Invest Qatar, the Investment Promotion Agency of Qatar, the Pavilion featured leading real estate developers, including Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company, United Development Company (UDC) and JMJ Group Holding, in addition to Qatar Sotheby’s International Realty. Their significant participation amplified Qatar’s presence at this renowned international event, which attracted over 12,000 VIP investors and industry leaders, highlighting the country’s investment-friendly ecosystem, supportive regulatory framework, and high-potential real estate opportunities.

Eng. Khalid bin Ahmed Al Obaidli, Chairman, Aqarat, said: “We are proud to participate in the LPS Shanghai exhibition, aligned with our vision to strengthen Qatar’s position as a leading investment destination. Through this platform, we showcased Qatar’s luxury real estate projects and highlighted its attractive environment for investing, living, working and conducting business. We remain focused on expanding our international investor base by delivering innovative solutions and advanced digital services that ensure a seamless and secure experience, reflecting our commitment to supporting long-term partnerships.”

Sheikh Ali Alwaleed Al-Thani, CEO, Invest Qatar, said: “Qatar’s real estate sector consistently ranks as the second-largest recipient of capital expenditure among non-hydrocarbon sectors, reflecting strong investor confidence. LPS Shanghai 2025 provided an excellent platform to showcase this growth and the diverse investment opportunities available in a sector projected to reach $45bn by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.7%.”

Eng. Ali Mohamed Al-Ali, CEO, Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company, said: “Our participation in LPS 2025 reflected the advancement of Qatar’s real estate sector and strengthened Qatari Diar’s presence among global investors. It provided a platform to showcase our diverse projects that embody our firm commitment to quality and sustainability, enhancing confidence in Qatar as a leading investment destination with a development vision that meets investor aspirations and reinforces our pioneering role regionally and internationally.”

Yasser Al Jaidah, President and CEO, UDC, said: “Our second participation in the Shanghai Real Estate Exhibition reflects UDC’s commitment to creating fully integrated and sustainable communities. The Pearl and Gewan Islands showcase smart technology, world-class marinas, district cooling, and thoughtfully designed public spaces, offering an exceptional lifestyle. This exhibition allowed us to promote our flagship projects and engage directly with international investors seeking quality, innovation, and long-term value.”