Brookfield and Qai, Qatar’s AI company and a subsidiary of Qatar Investment Authority, have formed a strategic partnership to launch a $20 billion joint venture focused on artificial intelligence infrastructure in Qatar and select international markets.

The venture will invest in fully integrated AI facilities, supporting Qatar’s growing digital and AI ecosystem with backing from the Qatari government, including skills and supply-chain development.

Central to the plan is an Integrated Compute Center to expand access to high-performance computing and trusted AI technologies across key sectors.

Funded through Brookfield’s Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Fund, the partnership underpins Brookfield’s global AI investment strategy targeting up to $100 billion worldwide.

Abdulla Al-Misnad, Chairman of Qai, said: "This partnership with Brookfield marks an important milestone in Qatar’s journey to build world-class AI infrastructure and capabilities. By leveraging Brookfield’s expertise in developing and managing critical infrastructure alongside Qai’s mission to deliver trusted AI solutions, we are creating a robust platform to drive responsible AI adoption. This collaboration will not only attract investment and top-tier talent, but also strengthen Qatar’s position as a trusted hub for advanced digital technologies in the region and beyond."

Bruce Flatt, CEO of Brookfield, commented: "We are thrilled to assist Qatar in establishing this investment in next generation AI and digital infrastructure alongside Qai. As our inaugural AI infrastructure investment in the Middle East, this partnership combines Qatar’s strategic vision with Brookfield’s global expertise in developing and operating large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure with global partners. Together, we look forward to building an integrated AI ecosystem that will accelerate innovation, deepen regional capability, and support the responsible deployment of advanced AI technologies across the Middle East."