Pop Mart to open first Middle East store with Qatar Duty Free at DOH

By Faye Bartle |

Pop Mart at QDF

Pop Mart exciting lifestyle and collectibles brands to Hamad International Airport.

Pop Mart, the maker of sought-after collectibles including the hugely popular Labubu character, is set to open its first-ever store in the Middle East with Qatar Duty Free (QDF) at Hamad International Airport in October.

Preparations for the opening are now underway, with the store set to showcase a wide range of collectibles, figurines and limited-edition pieces.

Passengers can also look forward to a number of exclusive products and new launches, further amplifying Pop Mart’s presence in the region.

“Pop Mart has become a cultural phenomenon, and we’re thrilled to bring the first Pop Mart store in the Middle East,” said Thabet Musleh, Qatar Airways Group Chief Retail & Hospitality Officer.

“At Qatar Duty Free, we are committed to offering travellers something fresh and surprising at every turn, and this store will do exactly that.

“With Pop Mart’s mix of creativity, exclusivity, and global appeal, we’re adding a whole new dimension to the retail experience at Hamad International Airport.”

Pop Mart has built a passionate and loyal fan base spanning Asia, Europe, and the Americas and its first Middle East store at DOH will introduce travellers to its world of creativity, playfulness and discovery.

“We’re incredibly excited to partner with Qatar Duty Free – a leader in redefining travel retail – to bring Pop Mart’s one- of-a-kind character-driven products to the Middle East,” said Justin Moon, Senior Vice President / Chief Operating Officer of Pop Mart International Group.

“We hope this store at Hamad International Airport grows with our local fan community and brings joy to all – be it regional shoppers grabbing a treat or global travellers taking a unique souvenir back home.”

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