The Qatar Investment Authority - Building the Future with Global Vision. The QIA was founded by the State of Qatar in 2005 to strengthen the country's economy by diversifying into new asset classes. Headquartered in Doha, the QIA is structured to operate at the very highest levels of global investing. As a world-class investor, the QIA adheres to the strictest financial and commercial disciplines. It has a strong track record of investing in different asset classes, including listed securities, property, alternative assets, and private equity in all the major capital markets as well as the newer emerging markets.