President Trump plans to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, likely in April or May. This will be his first foreign visit since returning to office, emphasizing economic partnerships and job creation through investment in the U.S.
United States President Donald Trump has announced plans for a forthcoming trip to Saudi Arabia, as reported by CNN. His itinerary is anticipated to extend beyond Saudi Arabia, including visits to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. This visit may occur as early as April, signifying a broader Middle Eastern strategy.
In a statement made on March 31 in the Oval Office, President Trump indicated, “It could be next month, maybe a little bit later. We’re going to Qatar also, and also we’re going to possibly a couple of other countries. UAE is very important. But in the Middle East, it looks like these three.”
There are reports from Axios suggesting the White House is still finalizing the travel schedule, expecting the visit to be confirmed for May. It is indicated that the Saudis would prefer the trip to occur following a ceasefire in Ukraine.
This upcoming journey will represent President Trump’s first international visit since returning to the presidency. Historically, during his initial term, Saudi Arabia was the first nation he visited, a choice he justified by stating, “Last time I went to Saudi Arabia, I put it first on the list because they agreed to buy $450 billion worth of American goods, military and otherwise.” He reiterated this intention by noting they have committed to investing close to a trillion dollars in American businesses, which he considers beneficial for job creation.
In summary, President Trump’s planned visit to the Middle East encompasses Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, with potential dates in April or May. This trip highlights the importance of international relationships, especially with Saudi Arabia, as a strategic partner for economic growth and job creation within the United States. The on-going geopolitical situations may also influence the timing of this visit.
Original Source: newsukraine.rbc.ua
