Bahrain announced a $17 billion agreement with the United States, under which the kingdom will invest in American goods and receive various benefits. The announcement was made while Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. According to the deal details, Bahrain is expected to invest about $17 billion in the U.S., with part of the sum going toward purchasing 12 Boeing aircraft, dozens of electronic engines and more.

