Washington, Nov. 19 – US President Donald Trump welcomed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman into the White House for a historic visit that ended with several high‑profile agreements. The summit focused on nuclear energy, defense technology, critical minerals, and artificial intelligence, and it set the stage for a huge boost in Saudi investment in America.
During the ceremony, Trump and the Crown Prince signed a civil nuclear energy pact, a critical minerals framework, and an AI memorandum of understanding. They also finalized a US‑Saudi Strategic Defense Agreement that cleared the sale of F‑35 fighter jets and advanced tanks to Saudi Arabia. These deals signal a deepening partnership on defense and technology that could shape the region’s security for years.
The Crown Prince’s trip marked his first visit to the White House in seven years. It was celebrated with full royal honors, a military guard, and a fly‑over by US aircraft. Trump praised the prince as “an extremely respected” leader and highlighted the personal ties that have kept the two leaders in close contact over the years.
Prince Mohammed spoke about Saudi Arabia’s plans to increase investment in the United States from a projected $600 billion to nearly $1 trillion. He framed the push as a strategic commitment to US growth, citing rising demand for computing power and advanced chips in the kingdom. “We believe in the future of America,” he said, emphasizing that the opportunities are real and commercially driven. Trump welcomed the surge, telling the crowd that the United States “appreciates it very much.”
When asked about the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, Trump reiterated that he believed the Crown Prince had no role in the incident. Prince Mohammed described the murder as “painful” for Saudi Arabia, calling it a “huge mistake” and noting that his government has tightened procedures to prevent a repeat. He stressed that the kingdom is moving forward with corrective steps.
On regional diplomacy, the Crown Prince confirmed Saudi Arabia’s interest in joining the Abraham Accords and in establishing formal ties with Israel. He stressed, however, that Riyadh needs a “clear path toward a two‑state solution” before the kingdom can advance in that direction.
Both leaders are set to attend a US‑Saudi investment forum later in Washington. The event will bring together business leaders from both sides to explore opportunities and deepen trade ties. As the summit progressed, the agreements on defense, energy and minerals, and the eye‑opening investment pledge, signal a new chapter in US‑Saudi relations.
The visit has already sparked interest across business and political circles, as analysts predict that the new partnerships could reshape the Middle East’s security landscape and drive significant economic growth for both nations.
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