President Donald Trump signed multiple defense and economic agreements with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Wednesday, signaling a new phase in U.S.-Qatar relations during his official visit to the Gulf nation.
HOLY SH*T Look at this warm Welcome Qatar has given President Trump throughout the City
This is what RESPECT looks like pic.twitter.com/otlrha5QUl
— MAGA Voice (@MAGAVoice) May 14, 2025
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The series of agreements included Qatar’s commitment to purchase Boeing aircraft and a signed letter of intent to acquire MQ-9 Reaper drones.
BREAKING: Qatar just signed a purchase agreement for 160 Boeing planes, the largest order in its history. pic.twitter.com/kbr5MnRcEZ
— Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) May 14, 2025
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U.S. and Qatari officials also finalized letters of intent and “joint cooperation” documents across various sectors, reinforcing military and commercial ties between the two countries.
Speaking after the signing ceremony, Emir Al Thani said he had a “great” conversation with Trump, describing the deals as transformative.
“These agreements have taken the U.S.-Qatar relationship to another level,” he said.
The agreements come at a time of renewed attention on U.S.-Qatar relations.
Trump’s visit and reports that his administration is considering accepting a private jet from the Qatari royal family to temporarily replace Air Force One have triggered concerns among lawmakers in Washington.
Obama sent $400 million on a plane to Iran.
Trump saved $400 million on a plane from Qatar.
Obama sent money to terrorists and Trump is saving Americans money.
Which one are the Media and Democrats against?
Very telling. pic.twitter.com/SNpcMzUG9h
— C3 (@C_3C_3) May 13, 2025
Trumps statement about the Qatar plane gift. As I said it is not his plane. pic.twitter.com/47ffayHHnK
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His administration has emphasized the importance of strategic cooperation in the region.
The U.S.-Qatar relationship has undergone significant change in recent years.
In 2017, Trump accused Qatar of backing terrorism during a diplomatic rift between Qatar and several Gulf neighbors.
“The nation of Qatar, unfortunately, has historically been a funder of terrorism at a very high level,” Trump said at the time.
However, since then, Qatar’s position in U.S. foreign policy has shifted.
In 2022, under Joe Biden, Qatar was designated a major non-NATO ally.
The country hosts Al Udeid Air Base, a strategic hub for U.S. Central Command and one of the largest American military installations in the region.
Qatar has also played a central role in diplomacy related to the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
On Tuesday, Israeli officials arrived in Doha to continue negotiations on a potential ceasefire and hostage exchange agreement in Gaza.
The talks are part of broader efforts led by Qatari and U.S. mediators.
Earlier this year, Qatar also assisted in securing the release of American citizen George Glezmann from Taliban captivity in Afghanistan.
Glezmann had been held for more than two years. This week, Qatari mediation was credited in part for the release of Edan Alexander, the last known living American hostage held by Hamas.
In addition to political and defense agreements, the Trump Organization has announced a new partnership in Qatar.
The company is collaborating with Qatari Diar, a state-backed real estate firm, to develop a luxury golf resort in the country.
The project marks the Trump Organization’s first major development deal in Qatar and adds to its growing international portfolio.
While the agreements mark a diplomatic and commercial milestone, debate continues in Washington over the implications of deepening ties with a country that has faced criticism for its foreign policy positions.
Despite the concerns, the Trump administration appears poised to continue building a closer alliance with Qatar on multiple fronts.
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