The business empire owned by the family of United States President Donald Trump recorded an impressive financial performance from the Middle East region throughout 2025. Recent data from US government financial disclosures revealed that Trump's various business lines managed to rake in revenues reaching US$300 million, or equivalent to IDR 5.1 trillion assuming an exchange rate of IDR 17,000 per US dollar.
The Gulf region has now cemented its position as the largest contributor of foreign revenue to the Trump family's business portfolio, amid their total global revenue surpassing US$2 billion in the same year. The report highlights that the main cash flow originated from two strategic sectors: digital assets and trademark licensing royalties on luxury property projects.
The largest revenue contributor came from the divestment of half of the ownership stake in the cryptocurrency company, World Liberty Financial. In this transaction, Trump pocketed approximately US$263 million. Interestingly, the buyer of the shares was identified as an entity affiliated with Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, a key figure serving as national security advisor and brother to the President of the United Arab Emirates.
In addition to the digital asset sector, the property business remains a consistent pillar of revenue. The Trump Organization earned around US$38 million through brand licensing schemes for developers in four Middle Eastern countries. The "Trump" name is used exclusively to brand prestigious projects, including skyscrapers and international-standard golf courses.
The dominance of Trump's business in the region reflects the close linkage between international commercial interests and political influence. Although Trump's global revenue spans various projects in many countries, the Middle East region currently plays a crucial role as the primary growth engine for the net worth of the family of the number one person in the United States.
