CHICAGO: The official state visit of the Saudi crown prince to the US on Tuesday advanced the Kingdom’s blueprint to energize its economy, reinforce its regional leadership and strengthen its international relations.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was greeted at the White House by US President Donald Trump, who called him “my friend,” as well as “one of the most respected leaders in the world” and “a great ally.”
During their press conference, Trump praised Saudi Arabia while the crown prince said their meeting represents “a new chapter in our relationship that will be good for both of us.”
US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on November 18, 2025. (AFP)
The crown prince and his entourage will participate in two days of high-level meetings with leaders of Congress and powerful American CEOs.
