President Donald Trump announced the designation of Saudi Arabia as a major non-NATO ally during a formal dinner with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House, enhancing military cooperation between the two nations. This designation allows Saudi Arabia access to defense trade benefits, including joint research with the Pentagon. Additionally, the leaders signed a strategic defense agreement aimed at strengthening their long-standing defense partnership. However, it remains unclear whether this agreement includes direct security guarantees for Saudi Arabia against potential attacks.
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