During a four-day Middle East tour, U.S. President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a comprehensive economic partnership agreement valued at $600 billion. The deal encompasses sectors such as defense, artificial intelligence, energy, and infrastructure, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and promote mutual economic growth.
Key components of the agreement include a $142 billion defense deal, highlighting expanded cooperation in defense technology and aerospace. Additionally, a landmark AI project spearheaded by Saudi’s new state-backed company, Humain, will deploy hundreds of thousands of Nvidia AI chips over five years, starting with 18,000 Blackwell servers. This initiative aims to position Saudi Arabia as a global AI hub.
The partnership also involves significant investments in U.S. energy infrastructure, with Saudi company DataVolt committing $20 billion to AI data centers and energy projects. The agreements were signed during the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum in Riyadh, attended by major tech and finance leaders, reflecting growing collaboration between the Gulf’s sovereign wealth funds and U.S. tech firms.
The agreement signifies a deepening of U.S.-Saudi economic relations, with potential benefits for both nations. However, the realization of these ambitious projects will depend on sustained commitment, effective implementation, and the ability to navigate geopolitical challenges.