The trade relations between Qatar and Turkey received a significant boost during a recent visit by a Turkish business delegation to Doha, with the marble sector emerging as a central pillar for future cooperation between the two countries.
The Qatar Chamber hosted an official delegation from the Sivas Chamber of Commerce and Industry, led by its president, Zeki Ozdemir. The meeting, attended by Qatar Chamber First Vice-Chairman Mohamed bin Towar al-Kuwari and Abdullah Altunkum, Chairman of the Turkish Business Council – Qatar (DEİK), focused on exploring new opportunities for joint investments and collaborations in the private sector.
Focus on Marble and Natural Stones
The main interest of the meeting was in the construction materials sector, specifically marble and natural stones. Zeki Ozdemir highlighted that the delegation included a carefully selected group of Turkish companies specializing in natural stones and eager to invest in the Qatari market.
With a 100-year chamber tradition, Sivas is a central hub of Turkey’s production sector, hosting a wide network of export-oriented companies looking to expand into growing markets in the Middle East.
Market Dynamics
This collaboration comes at a time when Turkey is consolidating its position as a leading global supplier of natural stones. Turkish marble exports have shown significant growth in 2025, according to Stonenews, reflecting the continuing demand for high-quality materials in international markets.
Qatar as a Strategic Partner
Mohamed bin Towar al-Kuwari described Turkey as one of Qatar’s most important trading partners. He emphasized the Qatar Chamber’s commitment to facilitating Turkish companies’ entry into the local market by leveraging the country’s advanced infrastructure and the investment opportunities available in free economic zones.
The meeting highlighted the importance of collaboration in the marble and natural stone sector, opening new avenues for investment, joint projects, and knowledge exchange between Turkey and Qatar.
