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May 13, 2025internationalTechnology PolicyForeign PolicyEconomic Policy

Trump secures $600B in Saudi AI investment during Riyadh visit

During his Saudi Arabia state visit, President Trump announced a $600 billion Saudi investment commitment in U.S. artificial intelligence infrastructure, including data centers and semiconductor supply chains. The deal involved partnerships with major U.S. tech firms and raised questions about technology transfer, national security oversight, and the blending of diplomatic and commercial interests.