Let the US Department of Commerce boost your export sales now! Showcase your publications before thousands of buyers!

WHAT

The U.S. Embassy is staging a US Catalog Pavilion at Doha International Book Fair 2010, the largest book fair in Qatar bringing thousands of local buyers and hundreds of sellers. 

We invite you to participate in the U.S. Pavilion at the 20th Annual BOOK FAIR 2009 in Qatar. This is a cost-effective way to boost your export sales and road test the market.  Out of 20 markets in the Middle East, Qatar is the 5th largest US export destination.  There is a huge appetite for US culture, education, and publications.  While the world confronts a recession, Qatar’s economy continues to grow at a robust GDP growth of 9%. 

WHERE

Doha International Convention Center, Qatar

WHO ATTENDS

Attendees include book stores, gift stores, direct end users, students, teachers, department stores, wholesalers, as well as distributors and agents.

WHY QATAR?

* Qatar is the richest country in the world; Qatar's per capita income is over $65,000.
* Qatar is the fastest growing economy worldwide; GDP growth rate of ~ 9%
* Access the country’s highly educated, English speaking labor force.
* Demand for US culture & education is strong; the US is Qatar’s #1 import partner

WHAT WE DO FOR YOU

* Display your publications in the US Dept. of Commerce Catalog Pavillion
* Collect sales leads from interested local buyers
* Assist you as you follow up with the local contacts
* Staff your booth and represent your publications with visitors/buyers

COST TO PARTICIPATE

$100 participation fee

HOW TO REGISTER -- DEADLINE IS NOV. 27

To register, download the questionnaire and send it back immediately.  First come, first served.