Key Figures Attend Trump’s Dinner with Saudi Prime Minister
Prominent figures from various sectors, including technology, finance, and sports, gathered for a black-tie dinner hosted by President Donald Trump for Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. This high-profile event took place in the East Room of the White House.
Key Figures at the Dinner
The event attracted billionaires and industry leaders with a collective net worth of approximately $719 billion. Notable attendees included:
- Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX
- Steve Schwarzman, CEO of Blackstone
- Tim Cook, CEO of Apple
- Marc Benioff, CEO of Salesforce
- Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase
- Cristiano Ronaldo, world-famous soccer player
- Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors
- Albert Bourla, CEO of Pfizer
- Jane Fraser, CEO of Citigroup
- Mike Wirth, CEO of Chevron
Technology and Business Leaders
Among the technology leaders were Jensen Huang and Lisa Su, CEOs of Nvidia and AMD, respectively. Their attendance followed significant deals involving their companies and the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), which is linked to the artificial intelligence firm Humain. Additionally, David Ellison, CEO of Paramount Skydance Corporation, was present. His company is reportedly vying for investment from the Saudi sovereign fund for a bid on Warner Bros. Discovery.
Sporadic Relationships
This dinner marked a notable moment for Musk, who had not attended a White House function since May. His previous disagreements with Trump raised questions about the current status of their relationship. Musk’s presence may indicate a potential reconciliation as he faces challenges with his proposed political endeavor, the “America Party.”
The gathering not only underscored the connections between American business leaders and international figures but also highlighted the significant economic ties between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia.
