Chairman and CEO of DP World, a Dubai government-owned logistics company that handles approximately 10% of the world's container trade. Unredacted by Congress on February 10, 2026 as one of six names the DOJ had improperly redacted from the Epstein files. Correspondence with Epstein spans 2006-2019 and includes discussions of DP World business strategy, Carbyne surveillance technology deployment, and explicit personal content.
Epstein used Sulayem's identity without permission on the 2016 purchase documents for Great St. James island ($22.5M). Introduced Indian billionaire Anil Ambani to Epstein in 2017. Expressed interest in deploying Carbyne at DP World ports and for 'Dubai 911.' Canada's second-largest pension fund suspended DP World investments following the revelations.
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Background
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem is a prominent Emirati businessman who serves as Chairman and CEO of DP World, a Dubai government-owned global logistics company. He has held senior roles in Dubai's commercial and trade infrastructure. His name was among six that the U.S. Department of Justice had redacted from the Epstein case files, and which the U.S. Congress voted to unredact on February 10, 2026. The provided documents reveal a sustained personal correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein spanning at least 2009 through 2018, during which the two exchanged news articles, geopolitical commentary, business ideas, and coordinated social engagements.
Bin Sulayem's documented communications with Epstein range from casual forwarding of political news and economic data to more substantive exchanges involving Russian financial transactions, Dubai's geopolitical positioning, Israeli-US policy on Iran, connections to the Trump inaugural orbit, and logistics coordination involving the Al Maktoum royal family. Epstein appears to have positioned himself as a promoter and informal advisor on Dubai's image in Washington.
Epstein Connection
Sultan bin Sulayem maintained a long-running personal email correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein from at least mid-2009 through at least mid-2018. The exchanges covered geopolitics, business concepts, political gossip (particularly about Donald Trump and Steve Bannon), and social arrangements. Epstein claimed to 'sell Dubai to its detractors' and appears to have acted as an informal intermediary between bin Sulayem and U.S. political and business circles. In January 2017, bin Sulayem asked Epstein's advice on whether to accept an inauguration invitation from Trump confidant Tom Barrack. In May 2017, Epstein forwarded an email from bin Sulayem regarding a package to be shipped to Mohamad Maktoum via Emirates at JFK. The person description states Epstein used bin Sulayem's identity without permission on 2016 purchase documents for Great St. James island, though this specific claim is not directly quoted in the provided document excerpts.
Key Allegations(11)
Maintained ongoing personal correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein from at least 2009 through 2018, exchanging news articles, political commentary, and coordinating private meetings.
documentedEpstein arranged a private dinner with bin Sulayem in September 2011, explicitly instructing 'no women' and offering to invite a 'Maldives friend.'
documentedEpstein positioned himself as a promoter of Dubai's interests in Washington, stating 'i sell dubai, to its detractors' and referencing Dubai's 2006 acquisition of U.S. port operations.
documentedEpstein briefed bin Sulayem on Russian bank Sberbank's takeover of Capital Group's Gorod Stolits real estate project via a $400 million loan in October 2009.
documentedBin Sulayem consulted Epstein on whether to accept an invitation from Tom Barrack to attend the January 2017 presidential inauguration, and Epstein offered to arrange a meeting with President Trump.
documentedEpstein forwarded a detailed Israeli-US policy memo (authored by former IDF General Ephraim Sneh) on Iran strategy to bin Sulayem, discussing Netanyahu, Barak, and a proposed US-Israel joint intelligence session.
documentedIn May 2017, Epstein acted as an intermediary in coordinating the shipment of a package to Mohamad Maktoum via Emirates at JFK airport, based on a forwarded email from bin Sulayem.
documentedBin Sulayem inquired to Epstein about 'Joe Cinque,' described as 'so close to Trump,' in March 2018.
documentedBin Sulayem and Epstein discussed Steve Bannon, with Epstein noting 'Trump doesn't like him' in a February 2018 email chain.
documentedEpstein allegedly used bin Sulayem's identity without permission on 2016 purchase documents for Great St. James island ($22.5M).
allegedBin Sulayem allegedly introduced Indian billionaire Anil Ambani to Epstein in 2017 and expressed interest in deploying Carbyne surveillance technology at DP World ports and for 'Dubai 911.'
allegedLegal Status
Sultan bin Sulayem was one of six names that the U.S. Department of Justice had redacted from the Epstein case files, which Congress voted to unredact on February 10, 2026. He has not been charged with any crime. His name appears extensively in Epstein's email correspondence as recovered and produced in federal investigations.
Notable Statements(7)
“i sell dubai, to its detractors.”
“we will have dinnner at 8 „ you can bring your maldives friend or it will be a nice conversation for two of us. today tomorrow:? It is always fun to see you”
“no women”
“Should I accept the invitation sent by Tom barrack”
“Is that Steve Bannon?”
“just as we thought------Russian bank Sberbank has quietly taken over his Capital Group's biggest a”
“Joe cinque... so close to trump”
Contradictions(1)
The DOJ initially redacted bin Sulayem's name from the Epstein case files, implying his involvement was either tangential or warranted privacy protection.
The correspondence shows a sustained, multi-year personal relationship with Epstein spanning geopolitics, business, political access (Trump inauguration, Steve Bannon), Russian financial intelligence, and logistics coordination involving the Al Maktoum royal family, suggesting a relationship of significant substance rather than casual acquaintance.
Key Relationships(6)
Extensive personal email correspondence from at least 2009-2018 covering geopolitics, business concepts, political gossip, and social arrangements including private dinners. Epstein acted as an informal advisor and connector for bin Sulayem's engagement with U.S. political figures.
Tom Barrack sent bin Sulayem an invitation to the 2017 presidential inauguration; bin Sulayem consulted Epstein on whether to accept. Epstein offered to facilitate a meeting with President Trump.
Multiple email exchanges reference Donald Trump, including his Miss Universe claim, the Access Hollywood tapes, Stormy Daniels, Steve Bannon, and the 2017 inauguration invitation. Bin Sulayem sought Epstein's help arranging a meeting with Trump.
Bin Sulayem and Epstein discussed Steve Bannon in February 2018, with Epstein noting 'Trump doesn't like him.' Bin Sulayem also forwarded a Fareed Zakaria column on Bannon's strategy in June 2018.
Epstein mentioned 'mandelson is in london' in a July 2009 email to bin Sulayem, suggesting overlapping social circles with Peter Mandelson.
Epstein forwarded a policy memo discussing Ehud Barak and Benjamin Netanyahu's positions on Iran to bin Sulayem in August 2012.
Timeline(24 events)
Epstein emails bin Sulayem with IMF economic growth figures and mentions 'mandelson is in london.'
Epstein emails bin Sulayem stating 'i sell dubai, to its detractors,' referencing Dubai's 2006 US port acquisition and political criticism from Congress.
Epstein emails bin Sulayem about Sberbank's takeover of Capital Group's Gorod Stolits project in Moscow via a $400 million loan.
Epstein sends email to bin Sulayem (content not fully available in provided excerpts).
Email sent to Jeffrey Epstein and Sultan Bin Sulayem together.
Epstein sends email to bin Sulayem.
Bin Sulayem emails Epstein.
Epstein sends bin Sulayem an Arthur Laffer Newsmax interview about Reaganomics and Obama's economic policies.
Epstein and bin Sulayem exchange emails about a GTX Smart Shoe concept. Epstein then arranges a private dinner at 8 PM, instructing 'no women' and mentioning a 'Maldives friend.'
Bin Sulayem forwards a Foreign Policy article about Iran to Epstein.
Epstein forwards a policy memo by former IDF General Ephraim Sneh on US-Israel strategy regarding Iran to bin Sulayem, referencing Netanyahu and Barak.
Bin Sulayem forwards Forbes article on FDA-approved cholesterol drug Praluent to Epstein.
Bin Sulayem forwards a Fareed Zakaria op-ed on the US economy to Epstein.
Bin Sulayem emails Jeffrey Epstein.
Email involving bin Sulayem.
Bin Sulayem emails Epstein referencing Trump's claim of foreign policy experience from running Miss Universe in Russia.
Bin Sulayem forwards a BBC story about Trump's Access Hollywood tape to Epstein.
Bin Sulayem asks Epstein whether to accept an inauguration invitation from Tom Barrack. Epstein provides a phone number to discuss and suggests arranging a meeting with President Trump.
Epstein sends bin Sulayem an LA Times article about Trump and Tom Barrack's inauguration involvement, marked confidential.
Epstein forwards an email from bin Sulayem regarding a package to be shipped to Mohamad Maktoum via an Emirates supervisor at JFK airport. Logistics confusion is noted.
Bin Sulayem and Epstein exchange emails mentioning Steve Bannon; Epstein states 'Trump doesn't like him.' Bin Sulayem asks 'Is that Steve Bannon?' in reference to a prior message.
Bin Sulayem emails Epstein about 'Joe Cinque,' described as 'so close to Trump.'
Bin Sulayem forwards a Fareed Zakaria column on Steve Bannon's election strategy to Epstein.
Bin Sulayem forwards an email to Epstein referencing Trump calling Stormy Daniels 'Horseface.'
At a Glance
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Document Mentions
Email Mentions (27)
Re: Sultan Bin Sulayem
Thank you for the introduction. Do you have a better sense of what he needs? Also, what's his WhatsApp/mobile so I can confirm details for today? Whe
Re: Sultan Bin Sulayem
he is chairman of dubai world ports. african ports a new focus he built the palm islands. is totally trustworthy
Re: Sultan Bin Sulayem
Unfortunately, bin Sulayem and I did not meet. I was stuck at the White House and he had a narrow window before heading to Cyprus. I just sent him the
Re: Sultan Bin Sulayem
No worry both problem and solution will still be there :-)
Re: Sultan Bin Sulayem
Meetings here in PB are winding down. How's your day look tomorrow? Separately, do you know Oleg Deripaska or Ivan Glasenberg?
Re: Sultan Bin Sulayem
Easy. Does 11 work
Re: Sultan Bin Sulayem
Thank you for the introduction. Do you have a better sense of what he needs? Also, what's his WhatsApp/mobile so I can confirm details for today? Whe
Re: Sultan Bin Sulayem
011971 50 644 8444 he is chairman of dubai world ports. african ports a new focus he built the palm islands. is totally trustworthy
Re: Sultan Bin Sulayem
Unfortunately, bin Sulayem and I did not meet. I was stuck at the White House and he had a narrow window before heading to Cyprus. I just sent him the
Re: Sultan Bin Sulayem
Unfortunately, bin Sulayem and I did not meet. I was stuck at the White House and he had a narrow window before heading to Cyprus. I just sent him the
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Schedule (1)
2012-05-09 to 2012-05-09 · 1 entries verified across multiple documents
19th Annual International Maritime Hall of Fame Awards Honoring Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem
Grand Hyatt
Financial Flows (2)
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