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Trump's taste for fast food served in Saudi Arabia

The hosts in Riyadh decided to cater to Donald Trump's culinary preferences during his visit to Saudi Arabia. A mobile McDonald's was set up to provide the US President with his favourite food, as he has always been candid about his tastes and his enjoyment of American fast food.

President Donald Trump began a three-day visit to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.
President Donald Trump began a three-day visit to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.
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Barbara Kwiatkowska

What do you need to know?

  • What was organized for Trump in Saudi Arabia? During Donald Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia, the authorities set up a mobile McDonald's to offer him his favourite food.
  • Why did this event attract interest? The setting up of a mobile McDonald's for the US President was an unusual gesture that drew attention from the media and the public.
  • What is the purpose of Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia? The US President is aiming for favourable, multi-million dollar contracts. He mentioned his hopes for up to a trillion dollars in profit.

Why did Saudi Arabia organize a mobile McDonald's?

During Donald Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia, the authorities decided to organize a mobile McDonald's for him as part of special treatment. The burger truck is meant to provide the US President with comfort and his favourite food during his stay.

What were the reactions to this gesture?

The setting up of a mobile McDonald's for Donald Trump elicited various reactions. However, people close to the US President claim that it is not surprising. Trump is known for his love of fast food, particularly McDonald's. According to Nexta, the truck was positioned near the Saudi royal court.

What is the purpose of Donald Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia?

During a three-day visit to the Middle East, the US President is visiting Saudi Arabia, then Qatar, and finally the United Arab Emirates (UAE). In the Gulf countries, the politician aims to secure new investments for the United States. Trump hopes to sell military equipment and negotiate lowering oil prices. On May 14, Donald Trump will participate in the Gulf Cooperation Council summit in Riyadh. Leading companies from Wall Street and Silicon Valley are expected to participate in the event.

In January, the crown prince, Prince Mohammed, announced that Saudi Arabia would invest approximately $600 (CAD 840) 800 billion in the United States over the next four years. Donald Trump is hoping for more. He wants Middle Eastern businesses to achieve investments of up to one trillion dollars.

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