On May 13, 2025, Donald Trump signed a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia valued at $600 billion, altering the power balance between the two nations.
Geostrategic Alliance Amid Record Contracts
Donald Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman formally announced a large-scale strategic economic partnership. This agreement includes a $142 billion defense contract, the largest ever signed between the two countries. During the signing, Trump remarked that this is a 'historic' measure that could create up to two million jobs in the U.S.
Technological Aspects of the Agreement
As part of the agreement, DataVolt committed $20 billion towards establishing data centers and energy infrastructure in the U.S., focusing on artificial intelligence. A joint investment package of $80 billion was also announced by companies including Google, Oracle, Salesforce, Uber, and AMD to accelerate the implementation of innovative technologies.
Impact on International Relations
The agreement reflects a desire to strengthen ties between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia amidst global tensions, particularly with China. The involvement of figures like Elon Musk and Larry Fink at the signing adds credibility to this partnership.
The signing of the strategic partnership between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia marks a significant step toward reevaluating international alliances and power dynamics on the global stage.
