Donald Trump Makes Official Visit to Saudi Arabia as President
US President's Middle East visit focuses on key regional issues and economic cooperation.
On May 13, 2025, US President Donald Trump arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking his first official visit to the Middle East since being re-elected.
Local media confirmed the arrival, highlighting the significance of this visit in the context of ongoing geopolitical discussions.
During his stay, President Trump is scheduled to hold discussions with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Key topics on the agenda include efforts to address Iran's nuclear program, strategies to end the ongoing war in Gaza, and initiatives aimed at stabilizing oil prices, as reported by various sources.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will host President Trump alongside leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), which includes Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, at a formal dinner.
In addition to meetings in Riyadh, President Trump will participate in the Saudi-US Investment Forum, emphasizing economic partnerships.
Following his engagements in Saudi Arabia, he is scheduled to visit Qatar on Wednesday and the UAE on Thursday.
On the eve of his departure from the UAE, President Trump indicated the possibility of traveling to Turkey for potential discussions involving Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, highlighting the ongoing international diplomatic engagements surrounding the conflict in Ukraine.
Local media confirmed the arrival, highlighting the significance of this visit in the context of ongoing geopolitical discussions.
During his stay, President Trump is scheduled to hold discussions with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Key topics on the agenda include efforts to address Iran's nuclear program, strategies to end the ongoing war in Gaza, and initiatives aimed at stabilizing oil prices, as reported by various sources.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will host President Trump alongside leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), which includes Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, at a formal dinner.
In addition to meetings in Riyadh, President Trump will participate in the Saudi-US Investment Forum, emphasizing economic partnerships.
Following his engagements in Saudi Arabia, he is scheduled to visit Qatar on Wednesday and the UAE on Thursday.
On the eve of his departure from the UAE, President Trump indicated the possibility of traveling to Turkey for potential discussions involving Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, highlighting the ongoing international diplomatic engagements surrounding the conflict in Ukraine.
