Qatar has described a proposed $300 billion investment fund for Iran as an aspirational target rather than a finalized commitment. Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said Gulf states could help finance the initiative. The proposal could significantly impact Iran’s economic recovery if Tehran reaches a final settlement with the United States.
Speaking in an interview with the Financial Times, Sheikh Mohammed said the $300 billion figure remains a long-term objective. He explained that any large-scale investment framework would depend on broader diplomatic progress between Washington and Tehran. However, he stopped short of confirming whether Qatar would contribute financially to the fund.
According to the report, the proposal has been discussed as part of efforts to encourage economic development in Iran. The Trump administration has reportedly suggested that Gulf countries could support the mechanism. Initially, the fund would serve as a platform for international companies seeking investment opportunities in Iran.
Sheikh Mohammed emphasized that Qatar’s investment decisions are driven by commercial considerations. He added that Doha wants to see Iran achieve economic growth and greater prosperity. Nevertheless, any participation would likely depend on the terms of a future agreement and the investment environment created by it.
The proposed fund is linked to Article 6 of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran. Under the provision, the US and regional partners would establish a reconstruction and development program worth at least $300 billion. The memorandum states that implementation details will be finalized within 60 days as part of a comprehensive agreement, while Washington would facilitate necessary approvals and financial waivers.