The ongoing Middle East war has raised serious concerns about billions of dollars in Arab investments in the United States. Due to rising tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran, experts fear that the conflict could affect financial commitments made by Gulf countries. This situation may create uncertainty for both investors and the American economy.
According to a report by the Financial Times, the conflict has increased pressure on the budgets and economies of Gulf nations. Governments in the region are facing higher financial risks as instability in the Middle East continues to grow. Economic priorities may shift as countries focus more on security and regional stability.
The report also states that three Gulf countries—Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Qatar—may withdraw or delay their promised investments in the United States. These investments were worth billions of dollars and were planned as part of economic cooperation between the Gulf states and the US.
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Financial Times further revealed that a clause allowing these countries to withdraw from their investment commitments was already included in the agreements. These deals were made last year during visits by former US President Donald Trump to Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar.
Meanwhile, Emirati business leader Khalaf Al Habtoor wrote an open letter to US President Donald Trump opposing a military attack on Iran. He questioned who had the authority to drag the Gulf and the wider region into a military conflict with Iran. He also demanded transparency and accountability for the possible losses, warning that the Middle East war could bring serious economic damage to the region.
