Katara Kahraman 2025
2025-01-13
From January 7 to 10, 2025, the fifth edition of the Katara Kahraman International Amber Exhibition took place at Katara Cultural Village (Doha, Qatar). The event featured 77 booths from 14 countries, showcasing handcrafted amber products such as prayer beads, jewelry, and antiques. The exhibition attracted amber enthusiasts, offering them the opportunity to admire unique items and the latest designs, highlighting Doha's growing significance as a global center for amber trade.
During the exhibition, the Amber Laboratory of the International Amber Association was active, where Professor Ewa Wagner-Wysiecka, President of the International Amber Association, and Małgorzata Siudak, the Association’s Office Director, conducted research and issued certificates of authenticity for amber. Their presence aimed not only to promote knowledge about amber but also to ensure the highest quality of the presented products.
During the event, participants had the opportunity to exchange views with experts from the International Amber Association, craftsmen, producers, and artists from various countries, which fostered discussions about the latest trends in the world of amber. The organizers, Katara Cultural Village Foundation, ensured a high level of organization, combining elements of culture and heritage with a modern approach to showcasing amber.
On January 6, 2025, a meeting with the Head of Mission, Mr. Tomasz Sadziński, took place at the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Doha. The meeting at the embassy was an opportunity to discuss plans and initiatives related to the promotion of amber in Qatar and to emphasize the role of international cooperation in achieving common goals.