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10 sats \ 2 replies \ @Undisciplined 20h \ on: Trump Secures Historic $600 Billion Investment Commitment in Saudi Arabia econ
If it's an investment, it doesn't need to be related to bilateral trade volume. They're always looking for stuff to do with their oil revenue.
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81 sats \ 1 reply \ @028559d218 14h
That's what I think too. The US doesn't need 'deals'. If it's a good investment the foreigners will do it anyway... it doesn't require a visit from the president like he's 'the strongman leader' 'arranging deals' anytime he talks to a foreign country.
Why do people believe this stuff?
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0 sats \ 0 replies \ @Undisciplined 14h
There are two basic scenarios and neither is good:
  1. Trump (or any other leader) is taking credit for something they weren't needed for
  2. Trump (or any other leader) granted special concessions to particular countries or companies to get the deal done
A third option is possible, though: making reasonable policy assurances that will apply to everyone and are sufficient to attract the investment.
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