
US President Donald Trump will inaugurate a new golf course at his Aberdeenshire resort on Tuesday, marking the conclusion of his five-day Scottish visit. The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the second 18-hole course at Trump International Scotland in Menie will precede his departure to the United States aboard Air Force One.
Trump has participated in multiple golf rounds during his stay in Scotland, playing at his Turnberry resort in Ayrshire on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. The Turnberry location also served as the venue for bilateral discussions between Trump and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer on Monday, followed by an extended press conference.

During the press conference, Trump addressed various topics, including his relationship with Scotland. The Republican leader expressed his affection for the country, stating he possessed “great love” for Scotland and desired to see the nation “thrive.”
Trump reiterated his criticism of wind turbines, describing them as “ugly monsters” while expressing support for North Sea oil and gas operations. Regarding Ukraine, he voiced disappointment with Russian President Vladimir Putin and indicated intentions to establish an earlier deadline for the Russian ceasefire agreement.
The president made critical remarks about London Mayor Sadiq Khan, calling him a “nasty person,” which prompted Starmer to defend Khan as his “friend.”
Construction of the Menie course commenced in 2023, with Trump and his son Eric participating in the groundbreaking ceremony. Trump International Scotland has characterized the combined facilities as potentially the “greatest 36 holes in golf.” The new course is anticipated to honor Trump’s mother, Mary Anne MacLeod, who was born on the Isle of Lewis.
Opposition voices have criticized the Scottish Trump developments, arguing they have not generated the promised employment levels and that construction at Menie has resulted in environmental harm.
Trump and Starmer arrived at Menie via Marine One, the presidential helicopter, which was observed circling the new course before landing Monday evening. The president subsequently hosted a dinner at Menie with family members and guests, including Scottish First Minister John Swinney.
A protest occurred in nearby Balmedie on Monday, where a small group of demonstrators positioned themselves roadside in the village center, displaying cardboard signs with anti-Trump messages.
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