Saudi Crown Prince Fulfills Trump’s Promise with $600 Billion Investment in the U.S
In an interview with BBC before his victory in the U.S. presidential election, Donald Trump promised to attract significant Saudi investments amounting to $500 billion.
Mohamed Aboelsoud 
In an interview with BBC before his victory in the U.S. presidential election, Donald Trump promised to attract significant Saudi investments amounting to $500 billion. During the interview, Trump praised Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, pledging to make Saudi Arabia his first foreign destination after his election victory, on the condition that the Kingdom invests directly in the American economy. Trump further emphasized the importance of the relationship between the two nations with a symbolic gesture—dancing with a sword during his visit to Saudi Arabia after taking office.
A Phone Call Reflecting a Shared Vision
Following Trump’s election victory, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman made a congratulatory phone call, praising Trump’s vision on regional and global issues. During the call, the Crown Prince confirmed plans to invest $600 billion in the United States over four years, including the purchase of advanced weapons and technology to support Saudi Vision 2030 and enhance its regional capabilities, particularly in countering Iranian influence.
The Crown Prince’s Tweet and Future Aspirations
The Saudi Crown Prince posted a tweet on Twitter expressing his wishes for the prosperity of the United States and reaffirming the Kingdom’s commitment to expanding its investments in the American market. This move raised questions about the potential impact of these investments on Saudi Arabia’s regional ambitions and the broader Islamic world. Will the Kingdom achieve real gains, or will the investments result in imbalanced concessions?
Relations Between Washington and Riyadh Under Trump.
Trump’s first term witnessed significant rapprochement between Riyadh and Washington, with Saudi Arabia being the first foreign destination of the U.S. president in 2017. This visit, marked by an exceptional reception, highlighted the importance of bilateral ties in security and energy. Several agreements and economic partnerships were signed, including direct Questions remain about the Kingdom’s ability to achieve its strategic vision through such massive investments. Will these efforts translate into tangible benefits that serve its ambitions on local and regional levels
