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World Service,13 May 2025,26 mins

Why is Trump in the Middle East?

World Business Report

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Saudi Arabia and the US have announced a number of economic tie ups during President Trump's trip Riyadh we find out what they've talked about. Also today As African business leaders meet in Cote D'Ivoire How do they see the United States when it comes to trade and economic development? We'll hear from the CEO forum in Abidjan. And if the international airline hoping AI can help cut flight delays. You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.

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