White House announces: Details of 'historic' US-Saudi Arabia agreement revealed

Following the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Washington, the White House released a comprehensive written statement. The statement noted that a series of agreements have been signed that "expand on a historic scale" the two countries' strategic partnership in the economic, defense, and technology sectors. It was noted that this new cooperation package, building upon contacts made in Riyadh in May, has increased the investment commitment provided to the US from 600 billion dollars to nearly 1 trillion dollars.

STRATEGIC COOPERATION IN NUCLEAR ENERGY AND CRITICAL MINERALS

The White House statement reported that the two countries signed a "Joint Declaration on the Completion of Civil Nuclear Energy Cooperation Negotiations," which establishes a legal foundation for a long-term, multi-billion dollar partnership. It was emphasized that all nuclear cooperation under the agreement will be conducted in "full compliance with non-proliferation standards." The US and Saudi Arabia also signed a framework agreement on critical minerals, aligning their national strategies regarding the diversification of supply chains. It was stated that the agreement directly aligns with the US goal of reducing its global dependency in this field.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING SIGNED

The "Artificial Intelligence Memorandum of Understanding" signed between the two countries provides Saudi Arabia with access to American artificial intelligence systems while ensuring that US technology is protected from foreign influence. The statement underscored that the agreement ensures US innovators will continue to shape the global artificial intelligence ecosystem.

STRATEGIC DEFENSE AGREEMENT: F-35 AND TANK SALES APPROVED

The US-Saudi Strategic Defense Agreement (SDA) signed by Trump and Salman was described as a "historic strengthening" of the 80-year defense partnership between the two countries. The statement highlighted key points such as "the approval of a new defense sales package including future F-35 deliveries, new regulations for US defense companies to operate more effectively in Saudi Arabia, and an agreement for 300 American tanks." The White House emphasized that these agreements further solidify US deterrence in the Middle East, noting that Saudi Arabia will increase its contribution to US regional security costs.

1 TRILLION DOLLAR INVESTMENT PLEDGE

Saudi Arabia's total investment commitment to US infrastructure, advanced technology, and industrial sectors has risen to approximately 1 trillion dollars. It was stated that this investment package will directly benefit American communities and create high-paying jobs. Notable economic items included: "Joint work to reduce non-tariff barriers and harmonize trade standards, more effective use of the existing Trade and Investment Framework Agreement, recognition by Saudi Arabia of vehicles compliant with US Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, cooperation in capital market technology and financial regulations, and the development of new investment opportunities to increase American exports."

At the end of the statement, the White House indicated that these agreements are a concrete reflection of the Trump administration's "America First" approach. It was stated that the arrangements made in the fields of nuclear energy, critical minerals, artificial intelligence, and defense will create "major gains for American workers and families" for decades to come.

News Source: İHA