Trump Secures $600 Billion Investment Pledge from Saudi Arabia, Featuring Major Defense and Technology Deals<br /><br />President Donald Trump has obtained a landmark $600 billion investment pledge from Saudi Arabia during his first official trip to the kingdom following his re-election, according to a White House fact sheet released Tuesday.<br /><br />This announcement represents the largest collection of commercial deals ever signed between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia, spanning sectors such as energy, advanced technology, infrastructure, healthcare, defense, and global sports.<br /><br />Described by the White House as “transformative,” the package is expected to strengthen U.S.-Saudi ties for generations, while spurring economic growth, innovation, and job creation in the United States.<br /><br />Core Focus on AI, Energy, and Infrastructure<br /><br />A notable component includes a $20 billion investment by Saudi firm DataVolt in AI data centers and energy infrastructure across the U.S., signaling a strong emphasis on digital and energy transformation.<br /><br />Meanwhile, tech giants from both countries—Google, Oracle, Salesforce, AMD, Uber, and DataVolt—are jointly investing $80 billion in next-generation technologies.<br /><br />Additionally, leading U.S. engineering and construction firms—Hill International, Jacobs, Parsons, and AECOM—will provide $2 billion in services for large-scale infrastructure initiatives in Saudi Arabia, including King Salman International Airport and the Qiddiya City entertainment project.<br /><br />Among the export deals, GE Vernova will deliver $14.2 billion worth of gas turbines and energy solutions, while Boeing will supply 737-8 aircraft to AviLease in a deal worth $4.8 billion.<br /><br />In the healthcare sector, Shamekh IV Solutions, LLC plans to invest $5.8 billion, which includes building a major IV fluid production facility in Michigan to reinforce U.S. healthcare supply chains.<br /><br />Trump also announced three specialized investment funds targeting key industries:<br /><br />A $5 billion fund for energy investments<br /><br />A $5 billion fund for next-gen aerospace and defense technologies<br /><br />A $4 billion global sports fund under Enfield Sports<br /><br />“These initiatives aim to generate high-quality jobs, drive innovation, and solidify long-term cooperation in areas crucial to U.S. economic and national security,” said the White House.<br /><br />Warm Welcome and Vision 2030 Collaboration<br /><br />Trump was warmly received in Riyadh by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, with the two leaders formalizing agreements in energy, defense, mining, and infrastructure. “I think we really get along,” Trump said during the meeting, calling the crown prince a “friend.”<br /><br />Saudi Investment Minister Khalid al-Falih emphasized the growing breadth of U.S.-Saudi business ties, saying the kingdom’s economic landscape has evolved significantly beyond energy.<br /><br />Prominent U.S. business leaders—Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, OpenAI’s Sam Altman, and BlackRock’s Larry Fink—accompanied Trump and attended a royal luncheon after a formal palace reception.
