The editor of a Saudi newspaper, Faisal J. Abbas is discouraged by the US presidential conflict between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. The debate was painful, focusing on personal attacks and physical/mental ability rather than policy and leadership. Notably, AI and space exploration were ignored and neglected, despite their significance.
In contrast, Keir Starmer, UK Prime Minister, highlighted putting the country’s priority and working with foreign partners. Saudi Arabia has made progress in AI and space exploration, working closely with the US despite initial suppositions. The Saudi government’s pragmatic approach has led to potential benefits, including a US-Saudi deal on security guarantees and civilian nuclear assistance. “ The Saudi government will work closely with whichever president the American people choose”.
Faisal Abbas recalls the Saudi government’s capability to work with the Biden administration, despite initial doubt. The US needs to move beyond polarization and division, exciting and reassuring the world about its ability to lead and collaborate on global issues. What happens in America has far-reaching global results, impacting reputation, foreign investment, and partner/ally interests. “Surprisingly, however, AI was not mentioned once during the presidential debate”.
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The US must relight belief in the American Dream, ending division and polarization. Abbas encourages the US to point out leadership, policy, and collaboration, rather than personal attacks and divisive expression. By doing so, the US can obtain global leadership and work towards a brighter future.
The Saudi government’s wise approach has led to significant progress, including female participation in the workforce doubling from 17% to 36% between 2017 and 2023. The US can learn from Saudi Arabia’s reforms and progress, exciting a new generation to win new realms and make the most of the economy. He emphasizes the capability of the US to learn from Saudi Arabia’s advancements and reforms and to motivate a new generation to drive progress and economic growth.
By Arab news
