UAE agrees to 10-year, $1.4T investment framework, White House announces

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently agreed to a groundbreaking 10-year, $1.4 trillion investment framework with the United States, as announced by the White House. This significant agreement is set to substantially increase the UAE’s current investments in the U.S. economy, focusing on key sectors such as AI infrastructure, semiconductors, energy, American manufacturing, and more.

The White House revealed that this investment framework was solidified after President Donald Trump welcomed the UAE National Security Advisor, HH Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, for a meeting in the Oval Office. During the discussions, both parties emphasized the importance of fostering and strengthening the future of U.S.-UAE relations.

In an expression of gratitude, Sheikh Tahnoon took to X to thank President Trump for the warm reception and hospitality extended during their meeting. He highlighted the UAE’s commitment to enhancing economic ties with the U.S. by accelerating investments in crucial areas such as artificial intelligence, advanced technology, infrastructure, energy, and healthcare, all of which are essential pillars for sustainable growth and development.

The investment framework includes collaborations with prominent entities such as Abu Dhabi-based MGX, BlackRock, Microsoft, and Global Infrastructure Partners, in partnership with NVIDIA and xAI, aimed at bolstering U.S. AI leadership. Additionally, Emirates Global Aluminum is slated to invest in America’s first new aluminum smelter in over three decades, signifying a significant milestone in the bilateral economic partnership.

The White House underscored the close relationship between the United States and the United Arab Emirates, attributing these substantial investments to the strong rapport between President Trump and President Sheikh Mohamed. During his visit to Washington D.C., Sheikh Tahnoon engaged with key members of the Trump administration, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz.

President Trump also shared insights from the meeting on Truth Social, highlighting the longstanding partnership between the UAE and the U.S. in promoting peace and security in the Middle East and globally. He emphasized the discussions on enhancing economic and technological cooperation between the two nations for a prosperous future.

In conclusion, the UAE-U.S. investment framework signifies a significant milestone in bilateral relations, fostering economic growth, technological advancement, and mutual cooperation between the two nations.

Rachel Wolf is a breaking news writer for Fox News Digital and FOX Business.