Trump Begins Middle East Tour to Strengthen Ties with Gulf States
President Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia for a four-day trip focusing on investments and peace talks amid ongoing regional conflicts.
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President Trump has landed in Saudi Arabia as part of a four-day Middle East tour, aiming for over $2 trillion in investments from Gulf nations while addressing ongoing regional conflicts, including the war in Gaza and peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Notably, Tesla CEO Elon Musk and other business leaders attended a high-profile lunch with Saudi officials. Trump is also in discussions about arms sales and energy cooperation. Additionally, Trump’s administration has been pursuing the release of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander, recently freed from Hamas captivity.
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The primary goals of President Trump's Middle East tour are to strengthen economic ties with Gulf states, particularly focusing on investments and trade agreements, as well as addressing regional security concerns such as Iran's nuclear program and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
President Trump will visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates during his four-day Middle East tour.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has pledged to invest $600 billion in the United States over four years, while the United Arab Emirates have committed to a $1.4 trillion investment package over the next decade.
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