US EditionMusk joins Trump on Saudi trip
- On May 13, 2025, Donald Trump and Elon Musk met in Riyadh during the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum as part of Trump's diplomatic visit to the Middle East.
- The meeting occurred amid Saudi Arabia's pledge of $600 billion in investments in the U.S., with Trump seeking up to $1 trillion from Gulf partners.
- The event saw the signing of approximately 145 agreements totaling upwards of $300 billion, encompassing key U.S. defense contracts as well as significant investments in technology sectors such as artificial intelligence infrastructure.
- Trump and Musk exchanged a distinctive handshake noted for Trump's firm grip and accompanying arm gestures, which experts say combines signals of dominance and friendship.
- The forum and high-profile interactions underscored continued U.S.-Saudi strategic ties and business collaboration, with possible implications for expanded defense and AI cooperation.
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A royal welcome found President Donald Trump receiving purple carpet treatment and special escorts upon his arrival in the Middle East with a bevy of business leaders. Nearly five years removed from the historic Abraham Accords, the president set off on his first international trip for his second administration and arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Tuesday. It was there that, after providing an F-15 escort for Air Force One, Saudi Crown Prince Moh…
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