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Published on 2025-05-12 17:00:42 -
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  • Trump is again diverging from U.S. presidential habit by choosing the Middle East, not Canada or Mexico, for the first foreign trip of his second term.

In May 2025, former President Donald Trump embarked on a significant trip to the Middle East, focusing on both business and diplomatic engagements. His visit included stops in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Israel, where he aimed to strengthen economic ties and discuss regional stability. Trump's agenda featured meetings with key leaders such as Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The trip was marked by discussions on potential business deals, including infrastructure projects and technology investments, alongside diplomatic talks aimed at fostering peace and cooperation in the region. Trump's presence was seen as an effort to leverage his past political influence to enhance U.S. business interests and diplomatic relations in the Middle East.

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