Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is set to visit Washington on Tuesday, where he will meet with President Donald Trump. This meeting comes amid ongoing business interests between the Trump Organization and Saudi Arabia. The Trump Organization has several active projects in the kingdom, including Trump Towers in Jeddah and Riyadh.

On the eve of the crown prince's visit, the Trump Organization announced a new venture in the Maldives. In partnership with Saudi-linked development firm Dar Global, they plan to open the Trump International Hotel Maldives in 2028. This project will feature 80 beachfront villas and is being marketed as the world’s first “tokenized” hotel development, allowing investors to use digital currencies for financing.

A press release from the Trump Organization described the collaboration as a pioneering effort that not only brings the Trump brand to a prestigious location but also introduces a new financial innovation in luxury hospitality.

In addition to the Maldives project, the Trump Organization recently revealed plans for a Trump Plaza in Saudi Arabia. This development will include a design inspired by Central Park, aiming to bring a vibrant atmosphere to Jeddah. Promotional materials for these projects showcase striking glass structures adorned with the Trump name.

Trump has also established connections with LIV Golf, a Saudi-backed league that competes with the PGA. His golf courses in the U.S. have hosted several LIV tournaments, and he attended a LIV Golf dinner at his Doral property in Miami earlier this year.

The crown prince's visit highlights the intersection of U.S. foreign relations and Trump's personal business interests. The Trump Organization has secured licensing agreements in other Gulf states, including Oman, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. One of these projects, set to open in 2026, will feature what is marketed as the world’s largest outdoor pool.

Dar Global, the London-listed subsidiary of Dar Al Arkan, is a significant player in these developments and has close ties to the Saudi royal family. Financial disclosures indicate that Dar Global contributed over $20 million to the Trump Organization last year, including more than $15 million to a Delaware-based company linked to the organization.

In a previous interview, Eric Trump expressed optimism about the Trump Organization's future in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region, citing the area's positive outlook. He stated, "It makes you want to come over here and do something really great."

The White House has consistently denied any conflict of interest regarding the Trump family's business dealings. In May, press secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed concerns, calling them "frankly ridiculous." Prior to Trump's second term, Eric Trump mentioned that the organization had engaged an outside ethics adviser to address potential conflicts proactively.