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Defense, energy, AI deals await Trump in the Gulf

US President Donald Trump waves as he boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on April 29, 2025 as he departs for a rally in Michigan to mark his 100th day in office.

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Today’s edition gives a preview of President Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar starting on Tuesday.

What’s on the agenda, what is each state hoping to get out of the visit and what business deals is Washington planning to ink with the three Gulf powers?

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