Overview

• Donald Trump arrived in Riyadh, marking the start of his four-day Gulf tour focused on securing economic agreements rather than traditional diplomacy.
• Saudi Arabia committed $600 billion in U.S. investments over four years, while the UAE pledged $1.4 trillion over the next decade.
• Trump is reportedly seeking $1 trillion in total investment deals across sectors including nuclear energy, arms sales, artificial intelligence, and cryptocurrencies.
• The president's exclusion of Israel from his itinerary signals a shift in U.S. regional priorities, emphasizing economic ties over political alliances.
• Ethical concerns have emerged over Trump’s potential acceptance of a $400 million Boeing 747 gift from Qatar, which would remain his personal property after his presidency.