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Eurasia
13/05/2025 21:15
The investment package includes a wide range of agreements across key sectors including defense, energy, infrastructure, healthcare, and advanced technologies. According to the White House, the initial deals signed in Riyadh will enhance American energy security, defense industry capabilities, access to critical minerals, and global technology leadership.
Among the largest commitments:
Healthcare investment includes Shamekh IV Solutions, LLC launching a $5.8 billion IV fluid facility in Michigan. Sector-specific investment funds include a $5 billion Energy Investment Fund, a $5 billion Aerospace and Defense Technology Fund, and a $4 billion Sports Fund, each targeting job creation and innovation in the U.S.
In defense, the U.S. and Saudi Arabia signed the largest defense sales agreement in history, valued at nearly $142 billion. The package includes air force and space capabilities, missile defense systems, maritime and border security assets, and communication systems, along with extensive training and institutional support for Saudi armed forces.
The visit also highlighted long-term strategic cooperation. President Trump referenced the 80th anniversary of the historic 1945 meeting between President Franklin D. Roosevelt and King Abdulaziz aboard the USS Quincy, emphasizing a growing eight-decade partnership.
Recent figures underscore the strength of this relationship:
The two nations signed further agreements including:
Saudi Arabia remains the largest U.S. Foreign Military Sales partner, with active cases valued over $129 billion.
Today’s announcement builds on President Trump’s earlier 2017 agreements with Saudi Arabia and follows last week’s U.S.–UK trade deal. According to the administration, the investment package reflects President Trump’s ongoing strategy to strengthen American industry and job creation through high-level international negotiations.
