Inside the Spectacular Displays Created by Mideast Leaders to Impress Trump
The heads of state from the Middle Eastern nations that President Donald Trump Those visiting this week have uncovered the secrets to capturing the interest of the American leadership through extravagant shows and dazzling architectural designs. Trump was pumped for the pomp put on display in both Qatar and Saudi Arabia As he departs for the UAE late morning on Thursday. Both leaders welcomed him into a sequence of palaces and magnificent structures that catered to his penchant for extravagance. On Wednesday evening, Qatar's Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani hosted a state dinner for Trump at the grand Lusail Palace. Camels were present – even served as food for the guests – while Arabian horses guided the Beast, the presidential limousine, towards the entrance of the palace. As soon as Trump exited his vehicle, he was greeted by a performance from sword dancers. As he signed both business and defense accords with the emir shortly after 6 PM on Wednesday, the ...