President Trump Secures $1.2 Trillion US-Qatar Economic Deal to Boost American Manufacturing, Defense & Innovation

DOHA, QATAR (May 14, 2025) — In a landmark announcement, President Donald J. Trump signed a sweeping economic agreement with Qatar, securing more than $1.2 trillion in bilateral investments, trade deals, and strategic cooperation. This includes $243.5 billion in immediate commercial agreements, significantly expanding U.S. manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and technology sectors.

Reviving American Manufacturing: Boeing and GE Aerospace Mega Deal

A historic $96 billion deal was inked with Qatar Airways to purchase up to 210 Boeing 787 Dreamliner and 777X aircraft, powered by GE Aerospace engines. Marking Boeing’s largest widebody aircraft order ever, the deal is projected to support 154,000 U.S. jobs annually, creating over 1 million jobs throughout the aircraft production timeline.

Advancing U.S. Energy and Infrastructure Exports

• McDermott, an American energy firm, secured $8.5 billion in contracts through its partnership with QatarEnergy, becoming the sole provider of offshore components for Qatar’s LNG expansion.

• Parsons Corporation has won 30 major infrastructure projects worth $97 billion, strengthening U.S. leadership in global engineering and construction innovation.

Quantum Leap: $1B Investment in U.S. Quantum Technology

Quantinuum finalized a $1 billion joint venture with Al Rabban Capital, targeting the development of quantum technologies and workforce training. This strategic partnership will elevate U.S. and Qatari leadership in the next generation of computing and AI.

Strengthening Defense Ties: $3B+ in High-Tech Military Sales

Two major U.S. defense companies signed significant agreements:

• Raytheon (RTX) secured a $1 billion deal for FS-LIDS counter-drone systems, making Qatar the first international customer for this cutting-edge U.S. defense platform.

• General Atomics signed a $2 billion agreement for MQ-9B remotely piloted aircraft systems, enhancing Qatari defense capabilities and boosting U.S. aerospace manufacturing.

Additionally, a $38 billion statement of intent was signed to support future defense initiatives, including upgrades at Al Udeid Air Base, air defense systems, and maritime security.

U.S.-Qatar Trade: A Strategic Economic Partnership

• In 2024, U.S.-Qatar trade totaled $5.64 billion, with the U.S. maintaining a $2 billion trade surplus.

• Qatar’s 2023 greenfield investments in the U.S. reached $3.3 billion, focusing on tourism, IT, advanced manufacturing, finance, and energy.

• Qatar ranks as the 12th largest U.S. Foreign Military Sales partner, with active cases valued at over $26 billion.

Qatar Vision 2030 Meets ‘Made in America’

Qatar’s strategic initiatives under Qatar National Vision 2030 align with U.S. capabilities in aviation, infrastructure, defense, energy, and technology. U.S. companies are well-positioned to support Qatar’s diversification and development goals.

Trump’s Golden Age of Prosperity

President Trump’s Qatar visit follows the announcement of:

• A $600 billion investment deal with Saudi Arabia

• A historic free trade agreement with the United Kingdom

• A tariff-reduction accord with China

These deals are part of Trump’s broader plan to reindustrialize America, spur economic growth, and create high-paying jobs. Trump’s previous successes include the 2019 sale of GE GEnx engines to Qatar Airways, cementing long-standing commercial ties between the two nations.

Conclusion:

President Trump’s new economic pact with Qatar demonstrates a renewed era of strategic commercial diplomacy, revitalizing American manufacturing, expanding U.S. exports, and reinforcing global partnerships. With this latest agreement, President Trump reaffirms his commitment to “Making American Manufacturing and Innovation Great Again.”