Mansoor bin Ebrahim Al-Mahmoud

The Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) is one of the world's most recognizable sovereign wealth funds, known for iconic investments that have included Harrods, the Shard skyscraper in London, Volkswagen shares, Heathrow Airport, agricultural land in Australia, and significant stakes in financial institutions including Credit Suisse and Barclays. QIA has managed assets estimated at over $500 billion. Qatar's investments reflect both a diversification strategy away from hydrocarbon revenues and a soft power approach — holding strategic stakes in global brands and infrastructure creates relationships and influence beyond financial returns. Qatar's hosting of the FIFA World Cup 2022 amplified the visibility of Qatari investment globally. QIA regularly co-invests with major PE firms and sovereign funds on large transactions.