Qatar has partnered with Canada’s Brookfield to establish a $20 billion joint venture aimed at accelerating the development of advanced AI infrastructure and positioning the country as a regional leader in next-generation computing. The initiative, announced by Qai — a Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) subsidiary — will invest in both domestic and select international markets.
Through the partnership, Qai and Brookfield will deploy capital and operational expertise to build fully integrated AI facilities that strengthen Qatar’s fast-growing digital and AI ecosystem. The venture aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the national Digital Agenda 2030, both designed to expand AI capabilities, support research, and enable large-scale innovation.
QIA CEO Mohammed Saif Al-Sowaidi said the joint venture reflects QIA’s commitment to driving global and local impact through AI investments. He noted that the partnership will help build an innovation-driven economy for future generations. A key component of the plan is an Integrated Compute Center, designed to expand regional access to high-performance computing and support trusted AI deployment across sectors.
Brookfield’s contribution will come through its Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Fund — part of a broader global program targeting up to $100 billion in AI infrastructure investments. CEO Bruce Flatt described the Qatar initiative as Brookfield’s first AI infrastructure project in the Middle East, combining Qatar’s strategic ambition with Brookfield’s expertise in developing mission-critical digital infrastructure.
Qai Chairman Abdulla Al-Misnad said the venture marks a milestone in establishing world-class AI capabilities in Qatar, enabling responsible AI adoption while attracting global talent and investment. The collaboration is expected to further solidify Qatar’s status as a trusted hub for advanced digital technologies regionally and internationally.
