The fifth edition of Katara International Amber Exhibition was inaugurated on Tuesday afternoon by Prof Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim al-Sulaiti, general manager of the Cultural Village Katara.The exhibition is organised by Katara in Hall 12 and features 77 booths representing 14 countries from around the world.The opening ceremony was attended by a number of ambassadors, members of the diplomatic corps in Qatar, representatives of the participating companies, and a considerable number of amber traders, enthusiasts, and cultural heritage lovers.The exhibition is the largest of its kind in Qatar and the region. It brings together elite exhibitors and participants from across the world and runs until January 10. The exhibition showcases a wide range of luxury products and rare amber-crafted artifacts.Dr al-Sulaiti expressed his delight at the launch of the fifth edition of the exhibition. He stressed that the event reflects Katara's commitment to supporting cultural heritage and developing traditional amber craftsmanship. The exhibition has become an international economic platform that blends heritage and innovation, highlighting the significance of amber as a cultural and economic treasure for Qatar and participating countries. Besides, the exhibition presents rare collections of prayer beads, amber stones, and innovative handcrafted items, catering to the diverse tastes and preferences of its visitors.He added: "We take pride in hosting this international exhibition for the fifth consecutive year. It has attracted wide participation from exhibitors and experts worldwide. We hope this exhibition will enhance cultural and economic exchange and offer visitors unique experiences."The opening day saw significant attendance from the public and experts in the amber industry. Many participants expressed their appreciation for Katara's efforts in organising this event.Bader al-Medaires, booth supervisor from Kuwait, expressed his pleasure in participating for the third time. He noted that the exhibition provides a valuable opportunity for exhibitors to showcase their products, connect with traders, enthusiasts, and experts, and gain insights into the latest innovations in the amber industry.Similarly, Samir Ramou, supervisor of another booth from Germany, expressed his admiration for the professional organization of the event. He stressed that the exhibition is an excellent platform for introducing innovative amber products to the Middle Eastern audience, fostering new client relationships, and exploring new markets. His booth showcases German amber products, including prayer beads, jewelry, and heritage-inspired collectibles.Abdulla al-Khelaifi, supervisor a booth from Qatar, said that he is happy to participate for the third time in this internationally leading exhibition. He described it as a unique platform that brings together amber traders and enthusiasts from the region and around the world, offering a rare chance to exchange knowledge and skills in the amber industry.The exhibition is open daily from 12pm to 10pm, except Fridays, it opens from 2pm to 11pm.