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A short, curated selection of verified news on United States–Arab business, trade, investment, technology, tourism and culture — each item summarised by our editorial team and linked to the original publisher.

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Business & Trade

U.S.–Arab Trade Reaches $121.7 Billion

U.S. trade with the 22 Arab markets expanded significantly in 2025: American goods exports to the Arab world reached $78.66 billion, up $10.07 billion or 14.7% over 2024, while total two-way trade reached approximately $121.7 billion. The figures underline the growing commercial importance of Arab markets to American exporters, with expanding opportunities in aviation, technology, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure and consumer products.

United StatesAugust 18, 2026National U.S.–Arab Chamber of Commerce

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Economy & Investment

Saudi Public Investment Fund Reports 5.8% Annualized Return

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund reported an annualized total shareholder return of 5.8% in its 2025 annual report. The sovereign wealth fund continues to play a central role in the Kingdom's economic diversification and the development of new industries under Vision 2030, and its international portfolio and partnerships remain important to global investors and companies seeking opportunities in the Saudi economy.

Saudi ArabiaAugust 17, 2026Reuters

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Economy & Investment

Bank of America Launches $250 Billion U.S. Infrastructure Initiative

Bank of America announced plans to deploy $250 billion by July 2027 to support digital infrastructure, artificial-intelligence data centers, energy systems, transportation networks and other major projects across the United States. The initiative reflects growing demand for private-sector financing in American technology, infrastructure and energy development — areas that may also offer opportunities for international investors and strategic partners.

United StatesAugust 12, 2026Reuters

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Culture

AlUla Storytellers Bring Saudi Heritage to the Smithsonian

Saudi storytellers from AlUla took part in a special Smithsonian program from August 7 to 9, 2026 celebrating oral history, heritage and cultural exchange. The program featured interactive storytelling workshops, a public discussion about AlUla and the historic Incense Road, and family activities showing how stories preserve memory and connect generations.

Saudi ArabiaAugust 7, 2026Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art

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Energy

U.S. Imports of Middle Eastern Crude Rise to Highest Level Since Regional Conflict Began

U.S. imports of Middle Eastern crude were projected to reach approximately 600,000 barrels per day during August, supported partly by the rerouting of Saudi oil toward American ports. The increase highlights the continued importance of energy trade, maritime transportation and supply-chain connections between the United States and the Gulf region.

Saudi ArabiaAugust 6, 2026Reuters

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Culture

Smithsonian Announces Major Exhibition of Islamic Art

The Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art announced a major exhibition featuring 26 masterpieces of Islamic art from the Louvre Museum's collection. Scheduled to run from September 26, 2026 through January 18, 2027, the exhibition will give American audiences an opportunity to explore the artistic and cultural heritage of the Islamic world.

United StatesAugust 4, 2026Smithsonian Institution

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Economy & Investment

Egypt Gains Access to Approximately $1.8 Billion Following IMF Reviews

Egypt gained access to approximately $1.8 billion in financing after completing two reviews under its International Monetary Fund program. The development comes as Egypt continues implementing economic reforms, encouraging private-sector participation and working to attract foreign investment while addressing public-financing challenges.

EgyptJuly 31, 2026Reuters

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Tourism & Aviation

Morocco Plans Major Expansion of Tourism Capacity

Morocco plans to add approximately 60,000 hotel beds — around one-fifth of its existing capacity — as it prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The expansion is expected to create opportunities in hospitality, construction, transportation, tourism technology, destination marketing and international hotel investment.

MoroccoJuly 20, 2026Reuters

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Economy & Investment

Qatar Investment Authority Invests in Company Preparing for U.S. Listing

The Qatar Investment Authority announced a $75 million investment in Doncasters Group, an aerospace precision-components manufacturer preparing for a listing on the New York Stock Exchange. The investment illustrates the continuing role of Gulf sovereign wealth funds in American capital markets, aviation, advanced manufacturing and strategic industries.

QatarJune 22, 2026Reuters

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Tourism & Aviation

Riyadh Air Receives Approval to Operate U.S. Flights

Saudi-backed Riyadh Air received approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation to operate flights between Saudi Arabia and the United States. The approval supports the airline's international expansion and could strengthen business travel, tourism, investment and commercial connectivity between the two countries.

Saudi ArabiaJune 16, 2026Reuters

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Expo News

Official Expo News & Announcements

Statements issued by Arab-America International Expo 2027. External news is never presented as AAIX reporting.

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This section carries only announcements issued by Arab-America International Expo 2027 — venue, programme, pavilions and partners. External news never appears here.

June 1, 2026 · Arab-America International Expo 2027

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May 12, 2026 · Arab-America International Expo 2027

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April 20, 2026 · Arab-America International Expo 2027

How we source news

Stories are gathered from official feeds and institutional sources into our newsroom as drafts, reviewed by an editor, then published with the publisher's name, original date and a link to the source. Nothing is published automatically.

U.S. Department of Commerce
International Trade Administration
U.S. Commercial Service
SelectUSA
U.S. Department of State
Office of the U.S. Trade Representative
EXIM Bank
World Bank
International Monetary Fund
Arab ministries of economy, investment, trade, tourism & culture
Chambers of commerce & official business councils
Recognized international and regional media

Sources last checked: August 19, 2026

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