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Gulf States Back Trump’s Agenda for U.S. Investments

5/12/2025

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Gulf states are rallying behind President Trump's "America First" agenda during his Middle East visit, seeking substantial U.S. investments from their sovereign wealth funds. Key talks will revolve around military acquisitions and enhancing AI technology partnerships, as Saudi Arabia and the UAE strive to diversify their economies beyond oil dependency.

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Gulf states are rallying behind President Trump's "America First" agenda during his Middle East visit, seeking substantial U.S. investments from their sovereign wealth funds. Key talks will revolve around military acquisitions and enhancing AI technology partnerships, as Saudi Arabia and the UAE strive to diversify their economies beyond oil dependency.