In some great news for camera lovers, Canon Middle East, a leader in imaging solutions, on April 11, 2016 announced the official inauguration of its direct operation “Canon Office Imaging Solutions - Doha” and the launch of its first dedicated business solutions showroom, achieving yet another milestone in Qatar. This is the first time a global technology brand has set up a direct in-country presence in in the country.

The outlook for Qatar’s economy is strong as the country’s strategy has been to diversify into all major market segments. The country’s growth is expected to be 4.3%, making it one of the most attractive Middle Eastern nations.

Canon Middle East was established in partnership with Salam Technology, Canon’s longstanding imaging solutions distribution partner in Qatar, to further expand its offerings across the Qatari market, whilst building on the established customer base of Salam Technology.

Salam Technology’s strong local presence and proven track-record will ensure that Canon provides the high quality, technologically advanced products required across all industries.

The inauguration of the showroom was marked by the presence of Stefano Zenti, Executive Vice President, Canon Europe, Anurag Agrawal, Managing Director, Canon Middle East, Wim Wynants, General Manager, Canon Office Imaging Solutions (Doha) and Mr. AbdulSalam Issa Abu Issa, Member of the board of Directors of Salam International.

“Qatar has been a key market for us and the establishment of Canon Office Imaging Solutions (Doha) as a subsidiary of Canon Middle East to specially cater to the market is reflective of our commitment to this region. Qatar is the world’s richest country per capita, with the highest human development in the Arab World. Today’s showroom inauguration is a testament of our commitment towards further growing this already robust economy,” said Stefano Zenti, Executive Vice President, Canon Europe.

“The Qatari market is one of the key, strategic markets for Canon Middle East in the region and our aim is to contribute to the Qatari economy. The country’s vision of promoting sustainable development at the national level in line with the National Development Strategy 2011-2016 and the Qatar National Vision 2030 is indeed commendable and in line with Canon Middle East vision.” said Anurag Agrawal, Managing Director, Canon Middle East.

Wim Wynants, General Manager of Canon Office Imaging Solutions (Doha), while speaking on the occasion, said: “At our showroom, Canon will provide a complete portfolio of innovative products for businesses across a wide variety of sectors.”

Canon’s business solutions showroom is located in Bin Omran, Ahmed Bin Ali Street, Town Center, Doha, Qatar.

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