U.S. President Donald Trump continues his official visit to the Middle East today, Wednesday, as he participates in the U.S.-Gulf summit held in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, attended by leaders of the six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
This participation is part of the agenda of Trump's "Middle East Tour," which he inaugurated with a series of meetings and decisions indicating new directions in U.S.-Gulf relations, amid vital security and economic issues.
In his opening speech on the first day of the summit, Trump emphasized the importance of redefining cooperation between Washington and the Gulf capitals, stressing the need to "confront common regional challenges and enhance security and stability in the region."
The U.S. President revealed a massive defense deal with Saudi Arabia worth $142 billion, which includes providing the Kingdom with advanced defense systems. He considered the deal "a direct support to regional security in the face of escalating threats."
On the economic front, Trump announced investment agreements exceeding $400 billion, encompassing major Saudi projects in infrastructure, most notably King Salman International Airport and the Qiddiya entertainment city, along with extensive Saudi investments in U.S. infrastructure and the energy sector.
These developments come amid ongoing efforts from both sides to strengthen the strategic partnership in defense, economy, and technology, against the backdrop of rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly in light of regional crises, nuclear issues, and geopolitical changes.
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