Expo Turkey by Qatar | Newspaper by Gökhan Kul

19-21 APRIL 2017

QATAR NATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE - DOHA

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The greatest trade development project: Expo Turkey by Qatar HAKAN KURT CEO, MEDYACITY

“This exhibition between Turkey and Qatar is not a simple exhibition of buying and selling goods. By considering the economic indicators of Qatar and the know-how skills of Turkey, researches have been conducted on which steps to take between the business worlds of the two countries, and business development plans are made accordingly, by us.”

BY HAKAN KURT, CEO, MEDYACITY

he Expo Turkey by Qatar exhibition is “The Greatest Trade Development Project” between Turkey and Qatar to the present day. We will set forth an even active commercial wheel between Qatar and Turkey with this exhibition, which will be held between 18-20 April 2017 in the Qatar National Convention Center. In technical terms, “Expo Turkey By Qatar” is a general trade exhibition. It takes its foundation from the trade relations which we foresee to last long, and which deeply enhance the diplomatic and strategic alliance of Turkey and Qatar. With this implication, the main business mechanisms have been determined between Turkey and Qatar, supply and demand have been analyzed and, based on “Business Development”, this exhibition has emerged as the “Trade Development Project” as it was mentioned before. This exhibition between Turkey and Qatar is not a simple exhibition of buying and selling goods. By considering the economic indicators of Qatar and the know-how skills of Turkey, researches have been conducted on which steps to take between the business worlds of the two countries, and business development plans are made accordingly, by us. To sum up, the main philosophy of “Expo Turkey by Qatar” is to create a “Sustainable Business Development” platform between two countries. The strategy we embrace to achieve all these goals; is to show great individual interest in the business development process of each and every participant

company, analyze their capabilities and the possible cooperation with Qatari in Qatar. Depending on the supply and demand outcome, we organize B2C, B2B or B2G meetings for our participant companies. As a result, we are not organizing a simple area of exhibition; we create a Trade Development Center where all our participants and visitors profit mutually. According to all these analyses, goals and strategies, it is expected approximately 200 companies from Turkey to join Expo Turkey by Qatar. Participating companies are the leading ones in their industrial sectors. There will be a major participation rate in the areas of real estate, furniture and construction. Other than the 200 companies, also more than 3 thousand individual guests are planned to visit Expo Turkey by Qatar from Turkey. In addition to that, Qatari decision making authorities and institutions will be present on the exhibition area as well. Expo Turkey by Qatar has also started its Visitor Activity Organizations in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman. In this regard, businessmen from the selected Gulf countries are expected to participate in the exhibition. What’s new in Expo Turkey by Qatar? Expo Turkey by Qatar includes many innovations and important contents. In the aspect of Expo Turkey by Qatar facing to business World; Turkish-Qatari Business Leaders’ Summit & Awards: The awards will be presented to business-

men and companies, which bring the leaders of the business world of Turkey and Gulf countries together and shape the future of the region’s economy, because of the vision and the value they added. B2G Meetings: The representatives of Turkish Business World will have one on one meetings with the public institutions that constitute the basis of Qatar economy. Turkish Real Estate Zone: The leading actors of Turkish real estate market will introduce the real estate values to the whole MENA business world, particularly to Qatar. We will share how important Turkey is as a zone particularly for Qatar and all the other Gulf countries with the content, design, finance and financial assessments. Expo Turkey by Qatar will present important innovations in the name of cultural sharing. I would like to thank His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the President of the Republic of Turkey and His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of the State of Qatar once again for providing us the opportunity to build a “Trade Development Project with the leaderships visions they presented. Two most important leaders of the history are the true architects of the common force between Turkey and Qatar. With the strategic work of both our leaders, we are trying to improve trade relations and make it to be sustainable between two countries. Hereby, I invite all of you to this great organization that will take place on 18-20 April 2017 in Doha, the capital city of Qatar.

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SHEIKH KHALIFA BIN JASSIM BIN MOHAMMED AL THANI, CHAIRMAN, QATAR CHAMBER

The target between Turkey and Qatar: Increasing the trade volume by 10% “Qatari investments in Turkey are growing rapidly at all sectors due to the facilitating procedures and the encouragement of both governments to Qatari and Turkish business people. Most of the Qatar investments are in the agricultural, tourism, real estate and banking sectors. For Qatari business people, Turkey represents an important destination for investment in the fields of energy, transportation, tourism, banking, real estate and others.”

urkey and Qatar have been developing relations regarding on politics, social and also economic areas in recent years. Bilateral trade volume between two countries rises rapidly. Turkey consumes energy and Qatar is an oil-producing country. Both have big markets, Qatar has capital strength and financial experience and also Turkey has powerful industries such as construction, agriculture and defense. Turkish contractors have been playing a key role in the 2020 World Cup process in Qatar. Large number of Turkish Companies operating in the defense industry, conduct meetings with Qatar, aiming at starting up joint projects. Before the Expo Turkey by Qatar fair, we have been informed by the Chairman of Qatar Chamber Sheikh Khalifa Bin Jassim Bin Mohammed Al Thani about the progress of the commercial and economic relations between two countries. Spoken regarding on this point, Al Thani said “Trade volume will increase by approximately 10% and new areas of cooperation will be realized”.

What do you think are the key industries to increase trade volume between Turkey and Qatar? It is obvious that Qatar-Turkey relations have been witnessing strong development at all levels of cooperation. Distinctive political relations have contributed to the promotion of their trading and economic integration.Their trade in 2016 reached to $700million, reflecting keenness of both countries to promote bilateral relations and mutual coordination. Qatar mainly imports iron and steel products, electrical equipment, motor vehicles, home textile products, food and furniture from Turkey, while Turkey imports natural gas, plastic products, aluminum, and chemical derivatives from Qatar. If we look at the Qatari investments in Turkey, they are growing rapidly at all sectors due to the facilitating procedures and the encouragement of both government to Qatari and Turkish business people. Most of the Qatar investments are in the agricultural, tourism, real estate and banking sectors. For Qatari business people, Turkey represents an important destination for investment in the fields of energy, transportation, tourism, banking, real estate and others.

In which industries would you expect the cooperation between both countries to develop in the near future? I am fully confident that in the coming years there will be an effective cooperation in industry, in the areas of food processing and agricultural products, besides other sectors that both countries have already established joint enterprises. As a chairman of Qatar Chamber, I am totally sure that there are lots of opportunities of investment for Qatari and Turkish companies in both markets. Could you please share your sights regarding the target of the trade relations between Turkey and Qatar in the short and middle run? In line with the close relation between our leaderships and people of both countries and within the framework of the facilitating procedures for investments, I believe that in the coming years there will be further developments in the trade relations. Trade volume will increase by approximately 10%, and the new areas of cooperation will be realized. Both countries are interested in fostering their economic relations to the level of politics. I believe new partnerships between both countries’ private sectors will be established.

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Seeking new projects in Qatar besides ongoing ones

“We also started two new projects, the Al Khor Expressway connecting Golf Club and Al Khor in the Lusail area for the Private Engineering Office and the Fifth Precinct Stadium for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, a project we are looking forward to with confidence having previously completed the Istanbul Atatürk and the Baku Olympic Stadiums.”

LEVENT KAFKASLI, PRESIDENT TEKFEN CONSTRUCTION

ekfen is a Turkish conglomerate based in Istanbul. The holding’s subsidiaries engage in construction activities including power generation, airports, petroleum and roadways. Tekfen operates in Turkey, the Commonwealth of Independent States, Middle East, North Africa and Europe.

Visions coming together: Qatar & Turkey

“We view Expo Turkey by Qatar as a binding tool that focuses on the domains of economics, knowledge, trade, and cultural exchange between Qatar, Turkey, and other nations within the Middle East and North Africa. Our goal is to provide a platform for all participants, whether in commercial or governmental sectors, to establish a network and exchange interests, opportunities and knowledge.” BY ABDUL AZIZ AL EMADI, CEO, QNCC

ABDUL AZIZ AL EMADI, CEO, QATAR NATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE

In recent years, we have witnessed the strategic alignment of values between Qatar and Turkey. We have seen our ties grow stronger, our visions come together, and our economies supporting one another. Over the years, we have recognized that although values are being exchanged by both countries, there are opportunities that have yet to be capitalized on. Thus, on behalf of the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), we are very pleased and proud to partner with MedyaCity and unveil Expo Turkey by Qatar, a three-day business exhibition that aims for mutual benefit. We view Expo Turkey by Qatar as a binding tool that focuses on the domains of economics, knowledge, trade, and cultural exchange between Qatar, Tur-

key, and other nations within the Middle East and North Africa. Our goal is to provide a platform for all participants, whether in commercial or governmental sectors, to network and exchange interests, opportunities and knowledge. QNCC has been and will always be a leading supporter in all of Qatar’s strategic initiatives and international diplomatic relationships, and this exhibition is no exception. We dedicated over 30,000 square meters of exhibition space, 52 meeting rooms, and various amenities and facilities to ensure not only the successful delivery of the Expo, but to set the foundation for a legacy of bolstered relations between Qatar and Turkey.”

Tekfen Construction establishing in 1956 is an international contractor in Turkey, the Middle East, North Africa, Caucasia and Central Asia, Eastern and Central Europe. Its activities include heavy civil works, refineries, petrochemical plants, satellite towns, industrial processing plants, pipelines, marine structures, power plants and electrical and communication works. Levent Kafkaslı, The President of Tekfen Construction has responded to our questions about their investments in Qatar. Could you please inform us regarding the investments ongoing in Qatar of Tekfen Construction? Tekfen Construction, one of the Turkey’s largest international contractors with 60 years of experience, set foot in Qatar in 2005. Present eversince, we’ve been undertaking the construction of some of the Qatar’s major investment projects in oil and gas sector such as pipelines for QP, in industrial development such as a polyethylene plant for QAPCO, in civil infrastructure such the monumental North Road for ASHGHAL or the prestigious Ceremonial Day Road for the Private Engineering Office. We are proud to take a role in the economic and social development of Qatar and to having been entrusted with a project portfolio of USD 2.2 billion to date. Qatar is a vibrant country full of energy and a sound approach towards sustainable development. We also started two new projects, the Al Khor Expressway connecting Golf Club and Al Khor in the Lusail area for the Private Engineering Office and the Fifth Precinct Stadium for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, a project we are looking forward to with confidence having previously completed the Istanbul Atatürk and the Baku Olympic Stadiums. Could you please enlighten us regarding the approaches of Tekfen Construction to potential projects in Qatar? Looking at the future, Tekfen Group of Companies has more to offer, especially in view of the Qatar National Vision 2030’s aim to diversify the country’s economy while at the same time securing its social and environmental sustainability. To be more specific, besides being a seasoned contractor, Tekfen is Turkey’s one of the largest private sector (burada bir şey eksik “özel sektör şirketi” demek istemiş olabilir) company having agricultural concerns for inputs such as seeds, seedlings, grain and food nutrients, all crucial for food security. On the other hand, Tekfen’s holistic approach to real estate development make it a potential partner for future development projects.

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05 Long term relationships will be built

TURAN ERDOĞAN, CEO, VESTEL

Vestel Group is comprised of 24 companies operating in the sectors of manufacturing, software and technology development, marketing, and distribution fields in the consumer electronics, household appliances, mobile technologies, LED lighting, and defense industries. Exporting its products to 153 countries under the leading Japanese and European brands Vestel

received over 66 awards at the most prestigious design contests globally in 2014. Turan Erdoğan, the CEO of Vestel has considered the benefits of Expo Turkey of Qatar for Vestel. Erdoğan said “Vestel is among the top 10 best known and prestigious brands of Turkey. We are offering our products to millions of consumers through our strong commercial structure managed by proactive strategies allowing us to have a market share both in the domestic and foreign markets”. Erdoğan continued as follows: “Being the export champion in the electronics industry for 18 years and increasing the number of countries for export to 153 in 2016, Vestel ranks in top three of LCD TV production, and in top ten of white appliances production in Europe. Expo Turkey by Qatar is organized for commercializing the strong relationship between Turkey and Qatar. As being aware of the potential of this fair as Vestel, we expect to increase the market share of our reputable company. By this way, healthy and long term business relationships will be built.”

“We see the high potential in Qatar”

FURKAN KATMERCI , DEPUTY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, KATMERCİLER

Turkey’s defense industry is booming. Katmerciler is one of the innovator, pioneering and leading company of Turkish on-vehicle- equipment industry and also the Turkish defense industry. As one of the main manufacturers in the Turkish defense industry, Katmerciler incudes many countries in its exportation network from Japan to Egypt, from Germany to Qatar and Thailand. Furkan Katmerci, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Katmerciler

has said that they are active in sectors, on-vehicle- equipment industry and also the Turkish defense industry. Katmerci has said regarding on its product range: “Our product range includes the design and production of fire trucks, environmental vehicles, transport vehicles, vehicles for defense and security sector, vehicles for construction sector and special products. As Turkey’s strong economic and political ties with Qatar create an important opportunity for companies from both countries, we see high potential in Qatar. We are also in touch with the Qatari companies for cooperation at different levels.” As pointing out the strategic partnership between Turkey and Qatar, Katmerci said “We consider that Expo Turkey by Qatar fair, which will be attended by senior government representatives from both countries, will be effective in increasing the trade volume between the two countries from an annual level of 700 million dollars to over 1 billion dollars in the short term. Participating of nearly 300 Turkish Companies from different sectors to this fair is the sign of this,”.

An exceptional strategic relationship: Qatar & Turkey “An exceptional strategic relationship between Qatar and Turkey has already been established. “Expo Turkey by Qatar” ALI KURALKAN, will enhance GENERAL MANAGER, this cordial INTERNATIONAL relationship MARKETS BUSINESS to sustainable UNIT OF NETAŞ partnership. As Netas, we certainly expect to strengthen this partnership through engaging in ICT projects in Qatar and contribute to Qatar’s digital transformation experience.” Netaş Telecommunication provides innovative end-to-end value added systems integration and technology services in the fields of information and communications technologies (ICT). Its customers range from telco providers to public and private enterprises in domestic and international markets. The company holds a track-record since 1967 and continues its foray in the field of information tech-

nologies, supported by with its experienced, best of breed research and development department. General Manager of the International Market Business Unit Ali Kuralkan has said that Netas is the biggest system integrator in Turkey with 50 years of experience. Kuralkan, continued as follows: “Middle East is in our immediate focus where we plan to implement successful digital transformations projects based on our experience in Turkey. We would especially like to share our technical competency and project delivery expertise in smart connected stadiums, smart education, connected government and smart building projects. We are looking forward to collaborate with local SIs to increase the level of ICT in Qatar including technology transfers. An exceptional strategic relationship between Qatar and Turkey has already been established. “Expo Turkey by Qatar” will enhance this cordial relationship to sustainable partnership. As Netas, we certainly expect to strengthen this partnership through engaging in ICT projects in Qatar and contribute to Qatar’s digital transformation experience.”

HIZIR 4x4 Tactical Wheeled Armoured Vehicle HIZIR 4x4 Tactical Wheeled Armoured Vehicle is designed and optimised for high performance under extreme operational conditions at rural and urban areas for 9 personnel. Vehicle has high level of ballistic and mine protection. It is agile, dynamic, versatile, low maintenance and easy care platform for various configurations such as combat vehicle, command control vehicle, CBRN vehicle, weapon carrier (easy integration of various weapon systems), ambulance vehicle, border security vehicle, reconnaissance vehicle.

KHAN 4x4 Armoured Personnel Carrier KHAN is 4x4 armoured security vehicle with 8 crew capacity. Monocoque armor steel hull with high level ballistic protection is built on fast, dynamic, versatile, easy care, low maintenance Toyota Land Cruiser chassis. Khan satisfies interior security forces requirements for any kind of climate conditions.

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06 Rising market of real estate: Qatar

MURAT KURUM, MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, EMLAK KONUT REAL ESTATE COMPANY

Our core business activities include purchasing land in Turkey and developing real estate projects for middle and upper-middle income groups. Emlak Konut generally do not involve in projects abroad, but we may consider profitable investments and collaborations with Qatari companies for the future. We believe in the benefits of all property expos. On the other hand, Qatar is one of the most important market for our real estate sector. This exhibition will provide a perfect platform for both International and local real estate companies and investors to showcase their residential, commercial and mixed-use real estate products and to conduct serious transactional business. These exhibitions will also help the buyers by providing them a number of options under one roof. This well classified section gives you the best information of different real estate projects and enables you to select the most suited property of your choice and requirement. Additionally, the increasing interest and investments of Qatari buyers especially in Istanbul and Eastern Black Sea region in recent years are striking and we think that the expo will contribute positively to the demand of these regions.

Turkish Compani Turkish business people focus on the real estate sector in Expo Turkey by Qatar, which is organized to contribute to the target of increasing the trade volume of 700 million dollar to 1.5 billion dollar between Turkey and Qatar. Investments have been gradually increasing in areas such as construction, tourism, infrastructure and transportation in Qatar, where the construction sector is expected to grow by 9% in the forthcoming two years, because of 2030 National Vision Program and 2022 World Cup. The leading companies of Turkey’s construction and real estate sectors present their latest actualized projects in Turkey, Qatar and MENA region to the taste of participants in the exhibition, which is planned to increase the cooperation between two countries, and at the same time to strengthen the investment and cooperation opportunities in the other countries in MENA (Middle East Africa) region.

Turning Istanbul into one of the worlds tourism centers

Searching of win-win partnership with Qatari companies

SEBA GACEMER, GENERAL MANAGER, SINPAS REIT

As Sinpas REIT we are always in close relations with Saudi Arabia in other countries in the Gulf region. We often participate in regional real-estate fairs and find opportunities to present Sinpas REIT projects to investors in the region. Qatar is also, is one of the countries we monitor closely. Qatari investors are very much interested in our projects in Istanbul and Bursa. However, our real goal is to negotiate with fund holder from Qatar for them to invest in Turkey. We had talks with companies wishing to go into partnership with us in our new projects to be produced. We are in search of medium and long-term, win-win partnerships with companies which are in similar sizes sharing same visions with us, as well as eager to act with every part of Sinpas Holding organisation. Although we do not have any ongoing partnerships as SinpasREIT yet, sharing the fact that Sinpas Group companies had partnerships in 2 projects in the past with leading companies in Qatar will create a positive effect. Turkey is a country,offering a wide range of opportunities for branded real-estate production. From Qatari investors’ point of view, partnerships with Turkey and Sinpas REIT will lead to new shared opportunities to come to life too. Sinpas has always preferred to contribute to its stable success and reliability with every project with its signature under it. A bridge of fellowship has been established between Turkey and Qatar, sure to be spreading over long-term.

GÖKHAN KIRAN, CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS DATİ YATIRIM HOLDING A.Ş.

We observe that Qatar’s economy has been assertively growing in the recent years, especially with the boost in the natural gas industry. In this regard, both economic and political developments of significant nature have been recorded in the relations between Turkey and Qatar. As a matter of fact, Qatar has made 19 billion dollars of direct investment to Turkey within the last 10 years. Looking from this perspective, we firmly believe that the “EXPO Turkey by Qatar General Trade Exhibition” will be an efficient meeting for the investors operating in the region, as well as the economic relations between Turkey and Qatar. Targeted to be the largest exhibition in Qatar, this event bears great im-

portance for us, as it will feature Turkish Companies, and host top government officials from Turkey and Qatar. DATİ Yatırım Holding was established in 2004 by the leading names of the Turkish maritime sector. As Turkey’s one of the most successful example of multi partnered corporate management company, we continue our investments in the tourism and maritime sectors. We put into action the Istanbul Tourism Center in Ataköy with approximately 1.5 billion dollars of investment. Located at the European coast of the city at a point that opens to the Marmara Sea, the project will make a great contribution to turn Istanbul into one of the world’s leading tourism centers with its seafront location, architecture gently embracing the blue and green colors of the sea and the foliage, marina and mega yacht, hotels, and shopping center that will offer wide range of products from numerous famous brands. This center is to be located at a unique place that facilitates visiting Sarayburnu Peninsula, featuring the world’s most important historical artifacts. Also located at the heart of the marine, air and land transportation networks, Istanbul Tourism Center offers attractive opportunities for investors. Furthermore, we trust that the fair will contribute to improve the trade relations between the two countries, develop investment opportunities in third countries.

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iesare looking for the opportunities SeaPearl will be promoted during the fair New partnership opportunuites for both countries

Kuzu Group has constructed many mass housing projects, schools, hospitals, and government buildings. To date, the Group has completed more than 500 construction projects across the country. In 2014, Kuzu Group commenced work on three new large-scale projects: SeaPearl Ataköy project, which the Group is constructing in Ataköy, Istanbul with partnership of with Qatari Diar; and the only LEED Gold target project Kuzu Effect and Kumru Ankara projects in Ankara. With these new projects, Kuzu Group aims to further solidify. Kuzu Group shapes all of its business processes around an eco-friendly approach, blending this ecological sensibility with investment foresight to enter into environmental technologies, which is set to become one of the key business lines of the future. SeaPearl Ataköy is a luxury residential development

overlooking Istanbul’s beautiful coastline. SeaPearl Ataköy is part of a complex that includes a marina and amenities such as restaurants and shops. Each apartment is decorated using the most luxurious brands in the world, complemented by large terraced gardens with sea view. A generous 33,000 meter square of beautifully landscaped greenery has been designed in the form of baroque gardens, inspired by Ottoman and French palatial architecture. In addition, the facilities are extensive including gyms, children’s playgrounds, tennis and basketball courts and the nearby luxurious Jumeirah hotel offers an opulent, double height entrance foyer with 24-hour concierge. Residents can also take advantage of the hotel’s amenities such as restaurants, spa and fitness centre, business lounge, and indoor and outdoor swimming pools.

Potential of relations is endless

SÜLEYMAN ÇETİNSAYA, CHAIRMAN, ARTAS GROUP

Entering the 40th year in the business world; Artaş, having delivered 16.000 apartments in the last 10 years and intending to make 5.000 more families happy with its current ongoing projects, is one of the most trusted brands of Turkey. We have great confidence in us for taking advantage of various international opportunities while, properly fulfilling our mission in Turkish construction and real estate sector. We are open up doing it in Qatar, a country which we have religious and historical brotherhood with the people of this country. We think that the development potential of relations between Qatar and Turkey is infinite. Such country based exhibitions are useful and fruitful activities which allow our Qatari brothers know us better and allow us to observe their life-style, needs and demands more properly. Although, this very organization being held for the first time, we believe that it will become a tradition and its efficiency as well as its prestige will improve with each organization. We hope that this exhibition would conduce us to represent our country, sector and the brand ideally and the brotherhood between Turkish people and Qatari people is crowned by deeper commercial relations.

We have partnership with Qatari Diar in our SeaPearl Istanbul project which is the only seafront premium housing project in Istanbul. We will be promoting this project during the fair and seek for ÖZEN KUZU, new partnership CEO, KUZU GRUP opportunities. We consider it as a very positive step two friendly nations such as Turkey and Qatar organize such an event together. This event will increase the synergy among our countries and companies, and our business volume will increase further. We present the opportunity to Qatari investors to invest in Istanbul in a project which is implemented with the partnership of Qatari companies.

Great synergy created by real estate sector

UMUT DURBAKAYIM, VICE PRESIDENT, TEKNIK YAPI

The step Nazmi Durbakayım took on his own as a young engineer in 1974 in the construction world was also the beginning of today’s Teknik Yapı. Today Teknik Yapı in the leadership of Nazmi Durbakayım, along with all teammates, proceeds on its way with the same excitement and ambition as on the first day and with the advantage of using the intellect. Over six million meter square in several branches of the construction sector has been built so far by Teknik Yapı. Following the advanced technologies, Teknik Yapı attained to a distinguished position within its sector thanks to its collaboration with the precious lecturers of our universities. Despite the fact that we do not have a cooperation plan at the moment, we hope to evaluate the opportunities that will premiere with the Expo Qatar Fair. In our opinion Expo Turkey by Qatar will be a very important fair in terms of economic relations between Turkey and Qatar. We believe that the strategic partnership between Turkey and Qatar, which has achieved a remarkable development and success in the real estate sector, will create a great synergy.

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Institutes of TUBITAK participate in the fair The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK) is the leading agency for management, funding and conduct of research in Turkey. Establishing in 1963 with a mission to advance science and technology, conduct research and support Turkish researchers TUBITAK is responsible for promoting, developing, organizing, conducting and coordinating research and development in line with national targets and priorities. As one of the participants of Expo Turkey by Qatar, TUBITAK also wishes to undertake common R&D activities aimed mutual strengthening of the technological foundations of Turkish and Qatari economies and facilitating trade between both countries.

The aim is to develop the national measurement infrastructure

DR. MUSTAFA ÇETİNTAŞ, DIRECTOR , NATIONAL METROLOGY INSTITUTE

TUBITAK National Metrology Institute provides all necessary technical infrastructure and services to ensure the reliability and international acceptance of measurements performed in all facets of the Turkish economy. Following from our area of expertise, we intend to build collaboration with our Qatari counterparts with the aim of developing the national measurement infrastructure of Qatar, which underpins the quality of products and services produced, the enforcement of legal regulations pertaining to consumer protection and the facilitation of international trade. We currently have relatively small scale cooperative activities within the context of GULFMET, the GCC supported regional metrology organization. However, our institute has recently proposed to undertake a large project for the turn-key establishment of calibration laboratories for a new primary level metrology center in Qatar to serve the needs of the national and even larger regional economies.

Start ups of technopark look for opportunities in MENA

ORHAN ÇÖMLEKÇİ, DIRECTOR, MARMARA TEKNOKENT

We, as TUBITAK Technopark, are going to be at Expo Turkey by Qatar fair accompanied with technopark companies.There are brilliant start-up companies that have already made huge progress, and they aim to introduce their products to new markets in MENA. DTI implant is producing the dental bone graft and its primary production is located in TUBITAK Technological Free Zone. Within the scope of project, Mikrodev, automation systems for smart buildings are produced and they already have several branches in Europe. The other project which is worked on is Pak Arge. The cranes, lifters, transport and transfer equipment, steel construction, unmanned aerial vehicles are produced. Orka has smart construction systems and the owner has been rewarded for being the most patent applied female entrepreneur of Turkey. Sanlab has developed a software a simulator of heavy vehicles such as excavators, forklifts and cranes. And another project that will participate to the fair is Implantek which is manufacturer of high precision medical devices, instruments, surgical apparatus, implants, prosthetics and custom made laboratories and tissue engineering.