Elon Musk Seizes Business Opportunities During Trump’s Gulf Visit

During President Trump’s state visit to the Middle East, Elon Musk leveraged the opportunity to finalize major business deals for SpaceX and Neuralink, enhancing his already vast wealth and influence in the region.

During a recent diplomatic journey through the Persian Gulf, President Trump highlighted a convergence of American foreign policy and business interests, particularly for Elon Musk, the world's richest individual. Accompanying Trump in Saudi Arabia, Musk revealed that SpaceX had obtained authorization to offer its Starlink satellite internet services to local enterprises.

As Trump continued to Abu Dhabi, where the skyline embraced an illumination reminiscent of American flags, Neuralink, which specializes in implantable brain technology, announced a new partnership. They will be conducting a clinical trial in collaboration with the local health authority, although specific details regarding the terms of the agreements remain undisclosed.

Reports from Bloomberg suggested that SpaceX is presently in discussions to provide internet services to Emirates Airlines, a state-owned entity. Musk's influence in the current administration is notable; he has attended cabinet meetings and possesses significant authority to influence government initiatives while managing companies that benefit from federal contracts.

His ventures align with the interests of the Persian Gulf monarchies, which have been seeking to strengthen relations with Western businesses. These regimes have often extended invitations to international executives while trying to establish cooperative investments in various sectors, including sports, and have faced allegations of exerting undue influence through corruption involving lawmakers and their families.