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General Retirement and Social Insurance Authority (GRSIA)
GRSIA is the public pension fund for Qatari citizens. It was established in 2002. As of December 31, 2021, it managed $31 billion invested in Qatari listed and...
General Retirement and Social Insurance Authority (GRSIA)
GRSIA is the public pension fund for Qatari citizens. It was established in 2002. As of December 31, 2021, it managed $31 billion invested in Qatari listed and unlisted companies, bonds, and sukuks to protect the insured and their families.
General information
Firm type
Public Pension Fund
Year founded
2002
Location
Region
Middle East
Country
Qatar
City
Doha
Corporate office
Bin Omran Area, Mohammed Bin Thani Street, Doha, Qatar
Principals
Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari
Chairman
Ahmed bin Ali Al Hammadi
Director General
Abdulaziz bin Nasser bin Mubarak Al Khalifa
Vice Chairman
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at GRSIA?
Ahmed bin Ali Al Hammadi serves as Director General and oversees daily operations and strategic direction. Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari chairs the board while also serving as Minister of Finance. Sheikh Hamad Faisal Al Thani represents the Authority on multiple portfolio company boards.
Does GRSIA participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The Authority holds both direct positions and fund commitments. Private equity fund exposure totaled $36.6 million as of 2023. Real estate funds reached $1.77 billion in the same period.
What investment stages does GRSIA typically target?
The Authority invests across public market equities, operating real estate assets, and existing private equity funds. It does not focus on early-stage venture capital.
How is GRSIA related to Qatar Investment Authority?
GRSIA and Qatar Investment Authority frequently co-invest in Qatari listed companies and infrastructure projects. QIA maintains board representation at GRSIA.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
GRSIA receives contributions from Qatari employers and employees under statutory pension requirements. Assets derive from these inflows and investment returns rather than a single family source.
Does GRSIA maintain philanthropic structures?
The Authority runs CSR initiatives focused on retiree welfare and health. These programs support Ehsan Center for Elderly Care and the Qatar Autism Society but operate separately from investment activities.
What is GRSIA's known posture on co-investments alongside external GPs?
The Authority co-invests with Qatar Investment Authority in domestic and international assets. It also holds limited partner positions in global infrastructure and real estate funds.
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