Trump's Gulf Property Empire Expands Across Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman
The National
The Trump Organisation grows its Gulf footprint with six luxury projects in four countries, including Dubai's Sheikh Zayed Road and golf resorts across Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman.
Trump Organisation's Growing Presence in the Gulf Real Estate Market
The Trump Organisation is rapidly expanding its influence in the Gulf real estate sector, currently developing six major projects across four countries: the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman. This expansion solidifies the US President’s brand in one of the region’s most lucrative property markets, including high-profile luxury residences, golf resorts, and hotels.
Key Gulf Developments and Partnerships
Since completing its inaugural Gulf project—the Trump International Golf Club in Dubai in 2017 with developer Damac—the Trump Organisation has deepened its regional presence. All six ongoing projects are being developed in collaboration with Dar Global, the international property arm of Saudi Arabia-listed Dar Al Arkan.
Eric Trump, executive vice president of the Trump Organisation, said in a 2024 interview with The National, “the region loves our family, and the region loves our projects.” He emphasized the brand's pioneering role, stating, “We were one of the first western brands to go into Dubai when no one else really believed... We planted the Trump flag right there in the middle of the city.”
Saudi Arabia: A Central Hub of Expansion
Saudi Arabia is the focal point of this expansion with three Trump projects underway. Two are located in Jeddah, and one is being developed in Riyadh’s Wadi Safar district in partnership with Diriyah Company. These developments will feature Trump-branded golf courses, international hotels, and upscale residences, including apartments and townhouses. Scheduled for completion between 2029 and 2030, these projects align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which aims to bolster home ownership among nationals and open the property sector to foreign investors.
The upcoming high-profile events such as the FIFA World Cup 2034 and World Expo 2030 are expected to further increase housing demand in the kingdom.
Qatar's Premium Golf Community
In Qatar, the Trump Organisation launched a significant project within the expansive 8 million-square-metre Simaisma development near Doha. The development spans approximately 790,000 square meters and includes an 18-hole Trump International Golf Course, a Trump Golf Clubhouse, and branded villas—cementing the brand’s luxury lifestyle offerings in the Gulf.
Dubai’s $1 Billion Trump Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road
Dubai hosts one of the group’s largest ventures: a $1 billion Trump Tower on the iconic Sheikh Zayed Road. The 80-storey skyscraper will encompass 500 residential units, a Trump-branded hotel, and an exclusive private members' club. Currently, the development is 80 percent sold to a mix of regional and global investors amidst a still-growing, though slightly cooling, Dubai property market. According to CBRE, Dubai residential prices increased by 1.9% annually in Q2 2026, with villas leading the rise at 5.7%.
Muscat’s Luxury Golf Resort
Completing the Trump Organisation’s Gulf portfolio is a luxury resort in Muscat, Oman, developed alongside Dar Global. This complex will feature villas, a hotel, and a golf course, further strengthening the brand’s presence across the Arabian Gulf.
Financial Impact and Brand Licensing
Official disclosures reveal that the Trump Organisation earned $38 million in licensing fees last year from Gulf projects across Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Specifically, Donald Trump reported $21.9 million in revenue from Dar Al Arkan alone, with $5.25 million from the upcoming Doha golf club and resort project.
Dar Global, listed on the London Stock Exchange, boasts a $19 billion portfolio and saw a remarkable financial upswing in 2025, with net profits rising sixfold to $100.8 million and revenues more than doubling to $538.6 million.
Global Reach Beyond the Gulf
While the Gulf remains the core of its international expansion, the Trump Organisation also has ventures in the US, India, Indonesia, the Philippines, South Korea, Turkey, and Uruguay. Notably, potential projects in Cuba and a reported but unconfirmed offer to develop a luxury tower in Syria highlight ongoing global ambitions.
What This Means for Dubai Real Estate Agents
The Trump Organisation’s expansion signals continued strong demand for luxury branded properties in the Gulf. Dubai agents can leverage the prestige and marketing appeal of Trump-branded developments like Trump Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road to attract affluent clients. As regional projects progress, agents should stay informed on product launches and investor interest, especially with Dubai’s resilient property price growth and buyers’ appetite for premium amenities.
Based on reporting from The National. Summary and analysis by Propilot AI.
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