Trump to meet GCC leaders in New York during UNGA

Former President Donald J. Trump is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with senior officials from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The meetings, arranged as part of the annual diplomatic gathering, will take place during the week-long session that brings together heads of state, ministers and international leaders from around the globe.

The discussions are expected to focus on regional security, energy cooperation and economic partnerships, reflecting the strategic importance of the Gulf states to U.S. interests in the Middle East. By convening with all six Gulf Cooperation Council members in a single series of engagements, Trump aims to reaffirm ties that have traditionally been anchored in defense and trade, while also addressing emerging challenges such as energy market volatility and geopolitical tensions. The outcomes of the talks will be reported to the broader UNGA audience and may shape future bilateral initiatives.