Qatar Business

Minister of Finance H E Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari held a bilateral meeting with Partner and Chairman of the KKR Global Institute David Petraeus at the headquarters of the Ministry of Finance. During the meeting, cooperation relations were reviewed, along with prospects for strengthening and developing them, particularly in the fields of investment, finance, and the economy, in addition to a number of topics of mutual interest.

Qatar Business

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) and General Atlantic, a leading global investor, yesterday announced a significant expansion of their strategic partnership, deepening the relationship between two leading global investment institutions. As part of the agreement, QIA has committed $500m to General Atlantic’s global growth equity investment strategies. This collaboration reflects QIA’s ongoing commitment to global partnerships and long-term capital deployment, and General Atlantic’s deep conviction in the region’s future, together underscoring a shared, sustained strategic outlook on the opportunity set ahead. Beyond capital, the partnership includes a broad set of strategic initiatives. General Atlantic and QIA will collaborate on thematic research and market insights to strengthen sourcing and investment conviction across strategies, while also supporting portfolio companies seeking access to Middle Eastern markets. In addition, General Atlantic will provide professional development opportunities for QIA employees to support knowledge transfer, foster innovation, and help develop the next generation of investment leaders in alignment with Qatar’s National Development Strategy goals. “This partnership is more than co-investing – it’s about fostering a culture of excellence and equipping the next generation of our leaders with the knowledge and perspective they need to succeed,” said Mohammed Saif Al-Sowaidi, CEO of QIA.   “We are delighted to expand our relationship with General Atlantic and to continue advancing our shared mission of building long-term value.” “We are proud to deepen our partnership with QIA, one of the world’s leading sovereign investors,” said Bill Ford, Chairman and CEO of General Atlantic. “Qatar has fostered a dynamic economy, a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, and a new generation of globally minded talent. This milestone reflects our strong conviction in the Middle East’s long-term growth potential, and our continued commitment to supporting the founders and businesses shaping the region’s future.” General Atlantic has been a committed investor in the Middle East for over a decade, with more than $3 billion deployed since 2012 and a growing on-the-ground presence, including offices opened in Riyadh and Abu Dhabi in 2024. The firm sees the GCC as one of the most structurally compelling regions for sustained growth, driven by policy-led economic diversification, maturing capital markets, and a rapidly maturing entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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Doha, Qatar: The Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) received yesterday a business delegation from Turkiye headed by Abdullah Altunkum, Chairman of the Turkish – Qatari Business Council at (DEİK), in the presence of H E Dr. Mustafa Goksu, Ambassador of the Republic of Turkiye to Qatar. The delegation was received by Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani, QBA Chairman, in the presence of QBA members: Salah Al Jaidah, Nabil Abu Issa, Maqbool Khalfan, Hakan Ozdemir, and Ihsan Alkhiyami. The meeting was also attended by Sarah Abdallah, QBA General Manager, and a number of representatives from Qatari and Turkish companies. At the beginning of the meeting, Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani noted the strong relations between Qatar and Turkiye, which have seen remarkable growth in recent years across all fields, particularly on the trade and economic fronts. He added that these ties are rooted in the close relationship between the leaderships of both countries, which has produced numerous cooperation agreements and memoranda of understanding. He highlighted that this visit holds special significance as the first by a trade delegation since last March, coming amid the current situation in the region. He affirmed that Qatari businessmen are eager to deepen cooperation with their Turkish counterparts and build effective alliances and partnerships between companies from both sides. Dr. Mustafa Goksu, Ambassador of the Republic of Turkiye to Qatar, stated that this visit reflects the depth of the strategic partnership between the two countries and sends a clear message of strong cooperation between their business communities. He noted that the joint council, alongside other committees, has helped strengthen ties through diverse initiatives and coordinated policies across a wide range of fields. He added: “We have witnessed remarkable progress in trade and investment, as both countries have become key partners in each other’s economic landscape, with bilateral trade volume multiplying several times over in recent years.” The Ambassador called on Qatari investors to continue expanding their presence in the Turkish market, stressing that Turkiye's investment climate offers a safe and thriving environment, and emphasizing the importance of joint coordination to explore new markets together. From his side, Abdullah Altunkum, Chairman of the Turkish-Qatari Business Council, explained that the Council serves as a joint strategic platform established to strengthen economic relations and grow trade between the two countries, with a focus on facilitating investments and private sector partnerships in the energy, construction, and technology sectors. He invited QBA members to visit Turkiye to explore available investment opportunities, particularly in infrastructure, tourism, technology, and healthcare, and to consider establishing joint ventures targeting the GCC, Syria, and African markets, where significant investment opportunities exist. In the same context, Salah Al Jaida, member of the Qatar Businessmen Association, affirmed that Turkiye is a distinguished investment destination for Qataris, and that Qatar ranks among the top foreign investors in Turkiye.