In brief
As the Trump family continues to initiate significant business projects in the Middle East, their ventures signal a deepening intertwining of business and politics.
April 30, 2025, 11:34 a.m. ET — The Trump Organization has solidified agreements for a luxurious golf course and housing project in Qatar with a government-affiliated firm just two weeks ahead of President Trump's upcoming diplomatic visit to the area. Eric Trump, the president's son and executive of the family business, is in Dubai this week promoting these initiatives, which also feature a new Trump Tower in the UAE. The Qatari project is a collaboration with Qatari Diar, a notable real estate establishment controlled by the nation’s sovereign wealth fund and overseen by a government minister. Eric Trump shared his enthusiasm with the media, describing the envisioned golf course as “beautiful” and located “right on the ocean.” Beyond Qatar, the Trump family’s ventures will also see involvement with Dar Global, an international branch of Saudi real estate firm Dar Al Arkan, closely associated with the Saudi government. Reports indicate that the new developments reflect a growing opportunity, with the region reportedly willing to invest heavily in American enterprises.President Trump is scheduled to arrive in the Middle East on May 13, visiting key countries such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, where he noted the viable opportunities American firms could seize on. This aligns with the broader narrative of U.S. business interests engaging with Middle Eastern markets, potentially reshaping relationships between these regions as seen in the intricate dynamics arising from the Trump Organization’s projects.
