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On November 19, 2025, the US Commerce Department authorized the export of 35,000 Blackwell semiconductor chips to HUMAIN in Saudi Arabia and G42 in the UAE. This approval, part of the 'Compute Diplomacy' initiative, reinforces the Gulf's role in the US-led AI ecosystem following significant AI infrastructure agreements made during President Trump's visit in May 2025.

The decision provides a regulatory framework for US companies to expand into Asian and African markets. It includes security and reporting requirements for the companies and aims to standardize delivery timelines to facilitate infrastructure development. This initiative positions the Gulf as a key player in the global AI landscape.