# Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Kuwait Reportedly Consider Pulling Back from U.S. Investments

> According to Financial Times, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, and Qatar are discussing scaling back certain contracts and future investments with the United States. The review comes amid economic pressure from the ongoin…

Published: 2026-03-08 · Desk: Latest · Source: Asian Mail

Reports from the Financial Times indicate that Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Qatar are discussing whether to scale back or withdraw from certain contracts and future investment commitments with the United States.

The discussions reportedly come as Gulf economies face increasing pressure from the ongoing conflict involving Iran and the resulting instability in global markets. Regional leaders are said to be reviewing their financial exposure and reassessing long-term investment risks before making major overseas commitments.

Rising budget pressures linked to the US-Israeli war against Iran may prompt Gulf states to reconsider foreign investments and funding pledges. A Gulf official said the review could affect various areas, including investment commitments to foreign governments or companies, sports sponsorship deals, business contracts, and potential asset sales.

According to the official, three of the region’s major economies had already discussed the economic strain on their budgets, though they declined to specify which countries were involved.

The official added that several Gulf nations have begun internal assessments to determine whether force majeure clauses could be invoked in existing contracts. They are also reviewing current and planned investments to ease the financial burden if the conflict and related costs continue.

The review is reportedly a precautionary step driven by multiple economic challenges, including declining energy revenues due to reduced output or shipping disruptions, weaker tourism and aviation sectors, and increased defence spending.

Meanwhile, Emirati businessman Khalaf Al-Habtoor expressed frustration on social media, questioning the United States’ role in escalating tensions with Iran. In a post addressed to Donald Trump, he asked who had the authority to involve the region in a war and whether the broader consequences had been considered.

Al-Habtoor also noted that Gulf countries were expected to contribute significantly to plans for rebuilding Gaza and supporting broader regional peace initiatives. He argued that nations in the region, which have invested billions to support stability and development, now have the right to question how those funds are being used and whether they are supporting peace or fueling further conflict.

Original reporting: https://asianmail.in/2026/03/06/saudi-arabia-uae-kuwait-and-qatar-discuss-withdrawing-from-us-contracts-over-iran-war-report/
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