Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) and Goldman Sachs have expanded their strategic partnership, marking a major step for Doha’s financial sector. Consequently, the agreement involves a $25 billion commitment to Goldman Sachs funds and co-investment projects. This QIA Goldman Sachs collaboration aims to strengthen capital deployment and investment impact.
Under the MoU, QIA will support Goldman Sachs across current business strengths and new growth areas. In addition, the agreement includes direct investment opportunities. Mohammed Saif Al Sowaidi, CEO of QIA, said the partnership aligns both institutions’ investment goals. He also added that it will provide access to opportunities in AI, fintech, digital infrastructure, and private credit.
Moreover, Goldman Sachs will expand its presence in Doha. The Doha office will become a strategic hub and the largest regional office for asset management. As a result, this expansion will create jobs, transfer knowledge, and strengthen Qatar’s financial ecosystem. Al Sowaidi emphasized that the collaboration will deliver long-term, risk-adjusted returns for future generations.
David Solomon, CEO of Goldman Sachs, stated that Qatar’s economic diversification and growing national champions offer substantial opportunities. Furthermore, he highlighted that the expanded partnership will improve Qatar’s global connectivity and strengthen its investment profile.
The MoU also makes QIA an anchor investor in several flagship Goldman Sachs strategies. In addition, the agreement covers advisory services, capital formation support, M&A guidance, and development of Qatar’s capital markets. These efforts aim to attract foreign investment and support key Qatari companies.
Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs will use its global network to foster dialogue between Gulf Cooperation Council countries and international partners. Its Value Accelerator platform will also support portfolio companies in building sustainable businesses and enhancing the regional financial ecosystem.
With over $625 billion in assets under management and more than 30 years of experience, Goldman Sachs is a leading investor in alternatives. Its investments include private equity, growth equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, sustainability, and hedge funds. Consequently, clients access these through direct strategies, partnerships, and open-architecture programs.
Overall, the QIA Goldman Sachs partnership reinforces Doha’s role as a regional investment hub. Furthermore, it supports Qatar’s economic goals while promoting innovation, knowledge transfer, and sustainable growth across key sectors.
