Malls become center of focus for new Qatar panel

The growth of the mall and shopping center industry in Qatar has got the attention of the country's chamber of commerce, which recently created a Contracting & Studies Committee to review and assist in their development.

Qatar Chamber Chairman Khalifa bin Jassim Al Thani said the panel will focus on all matters and topics related to the malls sector, as it plays a significant role in overall economic and retail growth. Additionally, Qatar has become an attractive market for companies looking to put up new brick-and-mortar stores in the Middle East, he said.

Al Thani also said the committee will do studies on all obstacles facing mall and commercial complex sector growth to allow stakeholders to create proper solutions.