President Donald Trump ended his Gulf tour with announcements of major U.S.-UAE cooperation on AI semiconductors and energy, reinforcing economic ties amid broader regional developments.
President Donald Trump concluded a four-day tour of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Friday, highlighting a series of high-value agreements between the U.S. and Gulf nations. Among the key outcomes was a preliminary agreement that paves the way for the UAE to purchase advanced AI semiconductors from American firms, supporting Abu Dhabi’s ambition to emerge as a global centre for artificial intelligence.
The AI deal comes as the UAE seeks to balance its longstanding alliance with the United States and its expanding economic partnership with China. The agreement includes provisions that data centres involved in the technology transfer be operated by U.S. companies, reflecting concerns about security and strategic oversight.
President Trump described the agreement as “a very big contract,” adding that it would contribute “billions and billions of dollars in business” and accelerate the UAE’s AI development goals.
Alongside the AI initiative, the UAE announced plans to increase its investments in the U.S. energy sector to $440 billion by 2035, up from $70 billion at present. This commitment was presented by Sultan Al Jaber, CEO of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), who also noted reciprocal investments from American energy firms in UAE-based projects. Key U.S. companies involved include ExxonMobil, Occidental Petroleum (Oxy), and EOG Resources.
The trip also marked follow-up actions from a previously announced $1.4 trillion UAE investment framework targeting U.S. sectors such as energy, AI, and manufacturing. A new $14.5 billion deal was confirmed between Etihad Airways and Boeing for the purchase of 28 aircraft.
On the diplomatic front, Trump met with Syria’s interim leader and confirmed the U.S. decision to lift sanctions on the country. This move, supported by Saudi Arabia, enabled an $800 million agreement between Syria and UAE-based DP World to develop the port of Tartous. Trump stated that the policy shift was unilateral and not discussed with Israel.
Commenting on broader regional policy, Trump expressed optimism about future cooperation between Syria and Israel and encouraged Syrian participation in the Abraham Accords. He also noted progress in discussions with Iran regarding a potential nuclear agreement, stating that Tehran had received a U.S. proposal and acknowledged the urgency of negotiations.
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The US has lost its final AAA credit rating after Moody’s downgraded the country to Aa1, citing growing deficits and mounting debt as risks to long-term fiscal health.
A leaked internal report shows the Canadian military is losing new recruits at more than twice the average rate, as frustration grows over training delays and the inability to get into desired roles.
Afghanistan and Russia signed five agreements on Friday covering transport, trade, and energy cooperation.
Nine inmates remain on the run after a dramatic escape from the Orleans Justice Center in New Orleans early Friday, with officials warning the public to stay alert and consider the fugitives “armed and dangerous.”
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met Friday to address the recent flare-up between Islamabad and New Delhi.
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