13th Mar 2025 18:05
(Alliance News) - Eric Trump, son of the US president, met with Scotland's First Minister John Sweeney Thursday, with talks focused on Donald Trump's golf ventures in the country.
Swinney thanked the younger Trump, who is executive vice-president of the Trump Organisation, for the firm's "colossal investment and commitment to Scotland", according to the president's son.
"Our discussions focused solely on the Trump Organisation's commitment to creating in Trump Turnberry and Trump International in Aberdeenshire two of the most iconic golf destinations in the world," he said in a statement issued by his Scottish spokesman.
"We did not discuss Scottish or US politics, but concentrated on golf," he added, saying the meeting was "very positive and constructive".
The talks took place in Bute House, the First Minister's official residence in the Scottish capital, Edinburgh.
They came after the Turnberry golf resort was vandalised by protestors on Saturday who sprayed "GAZA IS NOT 4 SALE" in huge white letters on the lawn.
Police Scotland told AFP it was investigating the incident after receiving a report of the damage.
A spokesman for Trump Turnberry said on Saturday: "This was a childish, criminal act but the incredible team at Trump Turnberry will ensure it does not impact business.
"Turnberry is a national treasure and will continue to be the number one beacon of luxury and excellence in the world of golf."
A Scottish government spokesperson said of Thursday's talks that the first minister "regularly meets with business people regarding investment in Scotland.
"The meeting with Trump provided an opportunity to discuss Scotland's investment potential and the first minister was pleased to hear about the company's continued commitment to Scotland, in particular Aberdeenshire and Ayrshire," added the spokesperson.
source: AFP
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