Hours before US President Donald Trump to start his visit to the Gulf countries which is scheduled to be in May 13-16, 2025.
His official visit will include the Saudi Arabia kingdom as his first country to stop in for his official visit and then the President will continue to Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Trump’s visit to the Gulf countries has been significant impact on all the region which is under threats and wars .
While all the Arabic countries looking for a solution to the conflict in the region and waiting for a decision about Gaza Strip which witnessed unfair war with Israeli , they also wait the final result of negotiations with the Israeli government and the view of the US.
Other files are waiting Mr. President Trump comes such as the case Yemen and the Red Sea which are threatened by the Yemeni Houthis , the conflict doesn’t end there though the recent ceasefire.
Also the tension in Syria as well as the Irani situation.
At first there’s no more information offered by the White House but the expectation of the international visit says many significant points come from the journalists analysis in CJ Global newspaper, will show up during this report.
Here are some details and insights about these visits:
### Visit to Saudi Arabia
Mr. President Trump will start his visit to Saudi Arabia which will be in 13 May 2025 , He will meet with King Salman bin Abul Aziz but all the discussions will be with prince Mohamed Bin Salman in Riyadh .
it is expected to have private secret meetings and also open meetings accompanied with both delegates and representatives from each country .
This is the second visit US trump to Saudi Arabia so it is clear that 2 important files will be in the top of their discussions;
First Their cooperation in Business and Finance
Second Their cooperation in military operations and bases .
The visit aims to strengthen ties between the US and head Gulf nation KSA, focusing on regional security, economic cooperation, and trade deals.as following ;
– *Arms Deal*:
One of the primary focuses of Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia was the signing of a major arms deal worth billions of dollars.
The deal included the sale of advanced military equipment, such as missile defense systems and naval vessels.
Trump will discuss to wide the US military bases in Saudi Arabia and gave them more specifics lands in red sea and the gulf.
The US and Saudi Arabia have a long-standing security relationship, but specific agreements on military bases aren’t publicly confirmed for this visit.
– *Counterterrorism Cooperation*:
Trump and Saudi leaders discussed cooperation on counterterrorism efforts, including intelligence sharing and joint military operations.
– *Business Investments*:
The visit also provided opportunities for American businesses to invest in Saudi Arabia, particularly in the energy and defense sectors.
Trump is expected to seek new Gulf investment in the US, potentially including a $1 trillion deal with Saudi Arabia.
The UAE and Saudi Arabia have already pledged to invest $2 trillion in the US over the next decade.
– *Advanced Technology*:
GCC officials are likely to push for better access to advanced US semiconductors and artificial intelligence technology.
– *Regional Issues*:
The visit may also cover high-stakes negotiations on the Israel-Gaza war, Iran’s nuclear program, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Regarding specific topics:
– *Gaza Strip*:
There isn’t detailed information available on Trump’s specific plans for the Gaza Strip during his visit. However, given the region’s complexities, it’s likely to be a point of discussion.
– Conflict with Houthis*:
The conflict with Houthis in Yemen might be discussed during the visit, but there’s no clear indication of a planned resolution or specific actions Trump will take.But Sources said that Trump will depend on Saudi Arabia to control the situation in Red sea and Yemen to prevent Houthis of their military action against the US and Israeli.
### Trump Visit to Qatar
Donald Trump’s visit to Qatar will indeed be his second stop after Saudi Arabia.
Trump will visit Qatar on May 14, 2025.
It is expected to sign important deals between the two countries potentially including investments and economic agreements.
– Qatari Investments on US ;
Trump’s visit to Qatar focused on encouraging Qatari investments in the United States. Qatar has invested heavily in American companies and infrastructure projects.
– *Major Boeing Order*:
Qatar Airways is reportedly close to finalizing a significant deal with Boeing, which could be one of the largest orders in the airline’s history.
– *Gift to the US*:
There’s also speculation that Qatar might gift a luxury jet for Air Force One, which would be donated to Trump’s presidential library at the end of his term.
– *Energy Cooperation*:
The US and Qatar also explored opportunities for cooperation in the energy sector, including liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports.
– *Regional Stability*:
The two leaders discussed regional stability and security issues, including the ongoing blockade of Qatar by some Gulf countries.
### Trump Visit to the UAE
After Qatar, Trump will head to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on May 15, where the focus is expected to be on the tech sector, particularly easing AI chip restrictions on Gulf countries.
– *Strategic Partnership*:
Trump’s visit to the UAE highlighted the strategic partnership between the two countries. The UAE has been a key player in regional security efforts, and the US has maintained a significant military presence in the country.
– *Trade and Investment*:
The visit also focused on trade and investment opportunities, with the UAE being a major hub for business and finance in the region.
– *Counterterrorism and Security*:
The two countries discussed cooperation on counterterrorism and security issues, including efforts to combat extremist groups.
### Rare Information
– *Private Meetings and negotiations behind scenes;
During his visits, Trump will held private meetings with Gulf leaders, discussing sensitive topics such as regional security and military bases and enhancing the permeant bases with more weapons as well as military cooperation for the next decade.
behind-the-scenes negotiations between American and Gulf officials, focusing on securing major arms deals and investment agreements.
– ## Cultural Events:
Trump and his delegation also will participate in cultural events and ceremonies during his visits, highlighting the importance of cultural diplomacy in strengthening bilateral relations.
## Conclusion
These visits demonstrate the complex and multifaceted nature of US-Gulf relations, encompassing security, economic, and cultural cooperation.
