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CITYSCAPE TALKS AGENDA

Day 1 Agenda

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12:00 PM
Opening Ceremony
Opening and VIP Tour of Cityscape Qatar Exhibition
1:50 PM
Welcome Note
Welcome and opening remarks by Emcee/Chair
1:55 PM
Opening Remarks
Opening remarks by Informa Markets

Alexander Heuff, Group Director, Cityscape

2:00 PM
Welcome Keynote Address
The Wealth Paradox: How Gen Z is Redefining Real Estate Investment in an Uncertain Global Economy

This keynote explores the evolving perception of real estate, especially with Gen Z’s: despite the coming of age during economic certainty, rising inflation and unprecedented housing affordability challenges, this generation is demonstrating remarkable pragmatism and innovation in investment strategies. 

2:20 PM
Panel Discussion
GCC Real Estate Mastery: Identifying Profit Centers, Navigating Risks & Capitalizing on Regional Opportunities

Join this exclusive panel where elite industry visionaries unveil the GCC's next real estate hotspots, high-yield sector opportunities, and strategic approaches to navigate market complexities. This panel will equip you with game-changing intelligence to identify lucrative investment windows before they become mainstream—and the tactical expertise to mitigate risks in Middle East's most dynamic property markets. Secure your strategic advantage in this rapidly evolving market.

3:00 PM
Panel Discussion
Why Qatar? Why now?
As Qatar diversifies beyond its hydrocarbon foundations, investors face a strategic window of opportunity across multiple high-growth sectors. Our panelists analyze Qatar's projected 5% CAGR through 2030, examine the impact of the Third National Development Strategy, and reveal sector-specific entry points. 
4:00 PM
Presentation
Luxury waterfront developments: Maximising ROI in Qatar’s Pearl and Lusail districts

Industry experts will analyze current price-per-square-meter trends in The Pearl-Qatar and Lusail Marina districts, revealing optimal entry points for 2025-2026 investors. The session will present comparative ROI data between waterfront apartments and villas, examine rental yield variations by unit size, and explore the impact of amenities on property appreciation rates.

4:30 PM
Fireside Chat
Valuable take-home investor's checklist: Practical advice for first time property investors in Qatar

This session delivers essential guidance for newcomers to Qatar's property investment landscape, covering critical aspects including current neighborhood market trends, legal frameworks for both locals and expatriates, comprehensive financial planning with attention to hidden costs, effective risk assessment strategies, building a reliable professional network, and developing sustainable long-term investment approaches.  

5:00 PM
Student Showcase
Students Architects Showcase powered by AIA Middle East
6:00 PM
End of day
End of Cityscape Talks Day 1