Historic Agreement Seen as Strategic Move in Global AI Technology Race
The United States has approved the sale of advanced artificial intelligence chips to Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, following high-level discussions between President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
This landmark agreement came after a series of meetings during the Saudi Crown Prince’s visit to Washington, where technology, security, and economic collaboration dominated the agenda.
The deal centers on granting permission for the export of tens of thousands of cutting-edge AI processors manufactured by leading U.S. companies like Nvidia and AMD, aimed at bolstering technological development and infrastructure in the region.
Officials emphasize that the approval is contingent on strict safeguards and export controls to prevent misuse while encouraging legitimate innovation and partnership.
The move is part of a broader U.S. strategic effort to maintain leadership in AI technologies amid intensifying competition from China and other global powers.
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative stands to benefit from accelerated AI integration in sectors including energy, finance, and smart city development.
The agreement also aligns with President Trump’s policy framework to deepen economic ties with Gulf states, positioning them as pivotal partners in emerging technology markets.
Industry analysts view this as a major shift towards normalization of AI technology transfers to the Middle East, previously restricted under export regulations.
