Deal maker Trump puts up a magnificent show of his craft in Arabian Gulf

His 4 day visit to three nations vindicates his core identity as Businessman

- BY K RAVEENDRAN

Donald Trump's Gulf tour has marked a defining chapter in his post-presidential brand of deal diplomacy, delivering a staggering $2 trillion in agreements that stretch across Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar.

This campaign stands in sharp contrast to the flagging results of his so-called trade mark tariff war, which—despite dominating headlines—yielded few tangible gains and inflicted considerable economic uncertainty globally. The deals secured in the Gulf region do not merely reflect economic exchanges; they signal a recalibration of regional alliances, global energy markets, and the enduring influence of Trump-style realpolitik in an increasingly multipolar world.

The sheer scale of these agreements reaffirms Trump's core identity as a businessman first and foremost. His approach—transactional, results-driven, and focused on mutual benefit-has evidently resonated with the Gulf monarchies. In Saudi Arabia, Trump negotiated a comprehensive framework involving defence, infrastructure, and technology investments. Sources indicate the Saudis have pledged upwards of $800 billion across various American sectors, with a large chunk earmarked for joint ventures in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and next-generation defence systems. This aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 strategy, which seeks to diversify the kingdom's economy and reduce dependence on oil. Trump, ever the opportunist, positioned American firms as ideal partners in this trans formation.