Updated On: 19 November, 2025 10:21 AM IST | ronak mastakar
US President Donald Trump hosted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House on Tuesday, opening discussions on defence cooperation, investment commitments and regional diplomacy. (Pics/AFP)

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It was the Crown Prince`s first visit to the White House in more than seven years and was marked by full ceremonial honours, including a military guard, and a flyover by US aircraft
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During their remarks, Prince Mohammed outlined plans to boost Saudi investment in the US from a projected USD 600 billion to nearly USD 1 trillion

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Trump, welcoming the Saudi Prince Mohammed, described him as "an extremely respected" figure and highlighted their longstanding personal ties
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He framed the increase as a strategic commitment to US growth, pointing to expanding demand for computing power and advanced chips within Saudi Arabia

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"We believe in the future of America," he noted, calling the opportunities "real" and commercially driven
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Trump responded that the United States "appreciates it very much"

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Trump reiterated his willingness to approve the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, remarking that "when you look at the F-35 and you`re asking me, is it the same? I think it`s going to be pretty similar," before adding, "This is a great ally, and Israel is a great ally"
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Addressing questions about the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, Trump reiterated his view that the Crown Prince had no role in the incident

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Prince Mohammed called the killing "painful" for Saudi Arabia and described it as a "huge mistake", adding that his government has strengthened procedures to prevent a repeat
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