Donald Trump's Middle East tour in May 2025 has yielded multi-billion dollar deals and significant investments, particularly in artificial intelligence and defense. The tour included stops in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.
The UAE has pledged $1.4 trillion in investments across AI infrastructure, semiconductors, energy, and manufacturing in the U.S. over the next decade. This commitment aims to strengthen economic ties and boost American manufacturing.
Qatar Airways has placed an order for up to 210 Boeing widebody jets, valued at $96 billion. Saudi Arabia has announced $600 billion in investments, including a $142 billion arms deal. Saudi DataVolt committed $20 billion for AI development in the US, while major tech companies like Google plan to invest in the Gulf region. These deals signify a new era of partnership and economic prosperity between the U.S. and these Middle Eastern nations.