President Donald J. Trump has secured a $1.2 trillion economic commitment from Qatar, marking a significant boost to American manufacturing, innovation, and defense industries. The announcement, made today in Doha, detailed a series of deals totaling over $243.5 billion, including a record-breaking aircraft order from Qatar Airways.
The centerpiece of the agreement is Qatar Airways’ $96 billion order for up to 210 Boeing 787 Dreamliner and 777X aircraft powered by GE Aerospace engines.
This deal, touted as Boeing’s largest-ever widebody order and largest 787 order, is expected to support 154,000 U.S. jobs annually and create over one million jobs throughout the production and delivery process.
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“These landmark deals celebrated today will drive innovation and prosperity for generations, bolster American manufacturing and technological leadership, and put America on the path to a new Golden Age,” stated a White House fact sheet released alongside the announcement.
Beyond aviation, the agreements span multiple sectors, including energy, infrastructure, and technology. Key deals include:
- McDermott: $8.5 billion in active projects with Qatar Energy, supporting U.S. energy sector jobs.
- Parsons: $97 billion in 30 projects, fueling company growth and supporting thousands of U.S. jobs.
- Quantinuum: A joint venture with Al Rabban Capital, investing up to $1 billion in quantum technologies and workforce development in the U.S.
The agreement also strengthens the U.S.-Qatar security partnership, with significant defense deals announced:
- Raytheon (RTX): A $1 billion agreement for Qatar’s acquisition of counter-drone capabilities, making Qatar the first international customer for Raytheon’s FS-LIDS system.
- General Atomics: A nearly $2 billion agreement for Qatar’s acquisition of the MQ-9B remotely piloted aircraft system.
- A statement of intent to further strengthen security partnerships, outlining $38 billion in potential investments, including support for Al Udeid Air Base.
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The White House also stated, “These new agreements and instruments aim to drive the growth of the U.S.-Qatar bilateral commercial relationship, create thousands of well-paying jobs, and open new trade and investment opportunities for both countries over the coming decade and beyond.”
The administration highlighted the existing strong trade relationship between the two nations, noting a $2 billion trade surplus with Qatar in 2024. Qatar’s investments in the U.S., particularly in the energy sector, were also emphasized, including substantial investments in LNG terminals and petrochemical plants in Texas.
“As the dealmaker in chief, President Trump’s latest achievement in Qatar is another win for America,” the White House statement concluded, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to revitalizing American manufacturing and driving economic growth. This agreement follows recent significant economic deals secured in Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, and China.
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