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Trump, MBS unveil ventures on rare minerals and nuclear tech

Season 2025 Episode 323 | 6m 54s

President Trump and Mohammed bin Salman concluded the Saudi crown prince’s visit to the United States by speaking to more than 400 business leaders. Beyond a defense agreement and talk of the kingdom’s human rights record, the visit focused on joint U.S.-Saudi ventures, including minerals and helping Saudi Arabia build a civilian nuclear program. Nick Schifrin reports.

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