Art Basel has officially announced a new art fair in Qatar, set to launch in February 2026, confirming previous speculations about possible collaborations in the Middle East. The fair will feature approximately 50 international and regional galleries, made possible through partnerships with Qatar Sports Investments and QC+. This initiative aims not only to showcase art but also to enhance tourism and cultural offerings in Qatar, reflecting a shift towards more integrated experiences in the art business according to Art Basel's CEO, Noah Horowitz.
"Since joining Art Basel in this role about two and a half years ago, we have set it as a goal to have a major lean-in-in some way, shape, or form-in the Middle East."
"We felt that it was important for the art business and for the Art Basel business in particular. So we spent quite some time familiarising ourselves with the region and in the end felt the Qataris were extraordinary partners to lean in with together."
"The fair, for us, felt like it could provide a really fresh and exciting recipe for future success, in addition to the work that we'll be doing with QC+ and the cultural teams."
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