The United States is preparing to unveil a significant defense agreement with Saudi Arabia, potentially exceeding $100 billion, according to sources. The announcement is expected to align with President Donald Trump's visit to the kingdom in May. The proposed arms deal follows the Biden administration's unsuccessful efforts to secure a broader defense and normalization agreement with Riyadh. It remains unclear whether the current plan includes provisions to curtail defense cooperation with China and limit Beijing's economic foothold in Saudi Arabia. Executives from US defense firms are considering traveling to Saudi Arabia as part of the American delegation during Trump's trip.

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