Looking Ahead From Qatar

We are looking at various banks in the U.S.,Europe and Asia,Sheikh Hamad Al-Thani revealed.Within two or three years,such an investment will get you in the right shape.We are looking at three or four blue chip companies.We are looking at the right time for entry.Dividend is one of the subjects;balance sheets are very important for us.In Qatar,I think we will be O.K. and there will be substantial growth,Sheikh Hamad believes.

Sheikh Manages Sovereign Wealth

Sheikh Hamad Al-Thani manages Qatar's sovereign wealth fund.We are affected by the financial crisis,the sheikh said,but the banking system is still strong;the economy is still strong,thank God.For us in Qatar,our acquisitions are not bad.No doubt there is a tough road.We have two or three quarters to watch it very carefully,the sheikh cautioned.