Trump's $600 Billion Saudi Deal: Reality or Rhetoric?

Tue Jul 01 2025 18:22:02 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Trump's $600 Billion Saudi Deal: Reality or Rhetoric?

President Trump announces major agreements during his visit to Saudi Arabia, but details remain unclear.


Despite lofty claims, the specifics of deals made in Riyadh raise questions about their authenticity and timing.

The White House declared on Tuesday that President Trump had secured a staggering $600 billion in deals with Saudi Arabia. However, scrutiny of the details revealed that the claimed figure falls short, covering less than half the announced amount. Following the announcement, President Trump addressed business leaders at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum in Riyadh, proclaiming that only Saudi Arabia could rival the United States in terms of economic vitality. “We are rocking,” he declared, highlighting America's robust economic climate.

Before diving into significant foreign policy issues such as the lifting of sanctions on Syria, Trump indulged in familiar themes, criticizing former President Biden and boasting about winning key electoral states. “The Arabian Peninsula — beautiful place, by the way,” he remarked, perpetuating his penchant for superlatives regarding the region.

With many projects tied to the Saudi government already underway prior to Trump’s administration, the legitimacy of the announced agreements raises eyebrows. The implications of this visit and the investments discussed could greatly influence U.S.-Saudi relations, yet the vagueness surrounding these transactions leaves room for skepticism about the true impact on both economies moving forward.

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