Qatar prepares real estate tokenisation push after $2.9bn of property deals
Qatar puts real estate tokenisation in focus after a draft law was approved in August, as property trading reaches $2.9bn in the first half of 2026
Doha - The Qatar Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat) has outlined the key focus areas for the upcoming fourth edition of the Qatar Real Estate Forum, slated to take place from October 27 to 29 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center. The forum, held under the patronage of Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, is organized in collaboration with Informa Tharawat.
Aqarat President Mohammed Al Maliki highlighted that the 2026 forum arrives at a critical juncture characterized by rapid geopolitical and economic changes worldwide. Despite regional complexities, Qatar's real estate sector has exhibited resilience and robust growth. According to data from the Real Estate Registration Department, total property trading value reached QR 10.69 billion (approximately $2.9 billion) in the first half of 2026.
The forum aims to keep pace with positive sectoral transformations, enhance integration and connectivity among stakeholders, and create strategic partnership opportunities. It will explore the tokenization of real estate assets as a modern financial tool, as outlined in a draft law approved by the cabinet in August.
Qatari Diar CEO Hamad bin Talal Al-Thani shared that the company has diversified its economic portfolio to include over 41 investments, assets, and projects globally. Qatari Diar is transitioning into a new strategic phase, focusing on asset management efficiency and sustainability, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.
Barwa Real Estate Group CEO Ahmed Al Tayeb noted that this year's forum marks a significant milestone, fostering new horizons for Qatar's real estate sector. Barwa's continuous sponsorship underscores its commitment to enhancing the sector's competitiveness and exploring new investment and development opportunities aligned with Qatar's National Vision 2030.
Informa Tharawat's Wouter Molman emphasized that their partnership with Aqarat aims to transform regulatory reforms into market activity, providing investors with confidence and a platform to explore Qatar's opportunities globally. The forum will convene government leaders, developers, investors, policymakers, and industry decision-makers to discuss factors shaping the sector's future, review challenges and opportunities, and explore pathways to support growth and attract investments.
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