Musk Capitalizes on Gulf Diplomacy During Trump’s Visit

Tue May 20 2025 21:21:50 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Musk Capitalizes on Gulf Diplomacy During Trump’s Visit

Elon Musk secures major deals in the Gulf, highlighting the intersection of business interests and international diplomacy.


During President Trump's state visit to the Gulf, Elon Musk announced significant agreements for his companies in Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi, raising questions about the blend of politics and private enterprise.

In a notable confluence of business and diplomacy, Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Neuralink, advanced his companies' interests in the Persian Gulf while accompanying President Trump on a state visit. Last week, Musk reported that SpaceX received the green light to introduce its Starlink satellite internet services to businesses in Saudi Arabia. As Trump continued his journey to Abu Dhabi, where the cityscape was aglow in patriotic symbolism, Musk’s Neuralink revealed plans to collaborate with the local health ministry on clinical trials for its brain implant technology.

Although the financial specifics of these agreements remain undisclosed, development reports indicated that SpaceX also engaged in discussions to provide internet services for Emirates Airlines, a government-owned entity. Musk's presence at such high-stakes international discussions underscores his significant influence, especially given the contentious relationship between governmental operations and private business interests that marks the current administration.

Musk's dealings in this autocratic region draw attention to the deliberate efforts by Gulf monarchies to foster relationships with Western entities, which include courting top-tier executives, investing in well-known sports, and, as reports suggest, at times utilizing corrupt practices to secure support. As Musk's ventures expand into an area traditionally governed by significant political intricacies, the intersection between private profits and public policy raises vital questions about governance and ethical considerations in international trade.

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