Who is Shaher Abdulhak in the Epstein files?

Shaher Abdulhak was a Yemeni billionaire businessman (1938-2020) known as Yemen's 'Sugar King' who maintained a multi-year correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein. The released documents show extensive personal and business exchanges between them from 2012 until Shaher's death in 2020. He was one of the most frequently mentioned individuals in the Epstein files with 496 references. There is no evidence linking Shaher to Epstein's criminal activities; their relationship appears to have been focused on business ventures and personal friendship.

What businesses did Shaher Abdulhak discuss with Epstein?

The correspondence shows Shaher proposing business ideas including converting qat (a plant widely consumed in Yemen but restricted in Europe) into liquid or concentrated products for international markets. Epstein responded that he could facilitate introductions to interested parties but stressed he had no intention of direct financial involvement. The emails also discuss real estate opportunities, loan arrangements, and Shaher's existing business empire which included oil concessions in Sudan and 50% ownership of Sudan's mobile telecommunications company.

How wealthy was Shaher Abdulhak?

Shaher Abdulhak was described as 'the richest Yemeni' in correspondence between Epstein and Sultan Bin Sulayem. He had an estimated net worth of £6.8 billion and controlled a diversified conglomerate through his company Shaher Trading (founded 1963), including exclusive Coca-Cola bottling franchises in Yemen, Egypt, and Libya, oil concessions in Sudan, 50% of Sudan's mobile company, and monopolistic control over imports of sugar, flour, and oil. His political influence stemmed from a close personal friendship with late Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh.

What was Shaher Abdulhak's relationship with Epstein like?

The emails reveal a personal relationship where Shaher addressed Epstein as 'cousin brother' and sought his help with sensitive family matters, including medical referrals for ill relatives. Epstein responded to these requests by offering assistance and connections. Their correspondence mixed business proposals, discussions about Yemeni politics, travel coordination (meetings in Paris, New York, Amman), and personal updates. Epstein acted as a facilitator, making introductions to figures like Steve Bannon and offering to connect Shaher with potential business partners.

Who is Shaher Abdulhak in the Epstein files?

Shaher Abdulhak was a Yemeni billionaire businessman (1938-2020) known as Yemen's 'Sugar King' who maintained a multi-year correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein. The released documents show extensive personal and business exchanges between them from 2012 until Shaher's death in 2020. He was one of the most frequently mentioned individuals in the Epstein files with 496 references. There is no evidence linking Shaher to Epstein's criminal activities; their relationship appears to have been focused on business ventures and personal friendship.

What businesses did Shaher Abdulhak discuss with Epstein?

The correspondence shows Shaher proposing business ideas including converting qat (a plant widely consumed in Yemen but restricted in Europe) into liquid or concentrated products for international markets. Epstein responded that he could facilitate introductions to interested parties but stressed he had no intention of direct financial involvement. The emails also discuss real estate opportunities, loan arrangements, and Shaher's existing business empire which included oil concessions in Sudan and 50% ownership of Sudan's mobile telecommunications company.

How wealthy was Shaher Abdulhak?

Shaher Abdulhak was described as 'the richest Yemeni' in correspondence between Epstein and Sultan Bin Sulayem. He had an estimated net worth of £6.8 billion and controlled a diversified conglomerate through his company Shaher Trading (founded 1963), including exclusive Coca-Cola bottling franchises in Yemen, Egypt, and Libya, oil concessions in Sudan, 50% of Sudan's mobile company, and monopolistic control over imports of sugar, flour, and oil. His political influence stemmed from a close personal friendship with late Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh.

What was Shaher Abdulhak's relationship with Epstein like?

The emails reveal a personal relationship where Shaher addressed Epstein as 'cousin brother' and sought his help with sensitive family matters, including medical referrals for ill relatives. Epstein responded to these requests by offering assistance and connections. Their correspondence mixed business proposals, discussions about Yemeni politics, travel coordination (meetings in Paris, New York, Amman), and personal updates. Epstein acted as a facilitator, making introductions to figures like Steve Bannon and offering to connect Shaher with potential business partners.

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Shaher Abdulhak (1938-2020) was a Yemeni billionaire businessman known as the 'Sugar King' who had extensive personal correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein between 2012 and his death, including discussions about business ventures (particularly qat trade), Yemeni politics, and personal matters.

Shaher appears primarily through direct personal correspondence with Epstein, addressing him as 'cousin brother' and discussing business proposals, real estate (Caroline Kennedy's Martha's Vineyard property), travel plans, financial transactions, and introductions to other powerful figures like Steve Bannon. Many emails show Shaher requesting Epstein's help with medical referrals for family members, discussing loans and investment terms, and coordinating meetings in Paris, New York, and the Middle East. The exchanges reveal a relationship that mixed personal rapport with business discussions. Notably, another figure (Sultan Bin Sulayem) describes Shaher to Epstein as 'the richest Yemeni' with oil concessions in Sudan and 50% ownership of Sudan's mobile company.

Key Highlights

•496 mentions in Epstein files, making him one of the most frequently appearing individuals
•Personal relationship evidenced by familial address ('cousin brother') and Epstein's willingness to help with sensitive family medical issues
•Business discussions included converting qat (a stimulant plant) into marketable products for European markets, with Epstein offering to facilitate introductions
•Epstein introduced Shaher to Steve Bannon in 2018, suggesting Epstein's role as a connector among powerful figures
•Financial discussions about loans with specific interest rates (8%) and secured/unsecured arrangements
•Shaher's business empire included Coca-Cola bottling monopolies in Yemen, Egypt, and Libya, plus oil concessions in Sudan and telecommunications stakes

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Document Mentions (20 of 225)

HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025592 - HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025593

Source: House Oversight Committee

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From: Shaher Sent: 5/3/2013 9:37:25 PM To: Jeffrey Epstein [[email protected]] Subject: Re: Caroline Kennedy Selling 93 Acres on Martha’s Vineyard Importanc

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EFTA00284910.pdf

EFTA00284910

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PARIS To See: Jack Lang, Caroline Lang, Olivier, Jagbland, Davina, Jean Luc, Michel Hazanavicius, Linda Pinto, Axel Dumas, Daniel, Athena, Assaya, Shaher, Terje 12:30pm JE andlMto arrive CDG Tues. Feb. 11, 2014 PARIS Reminderno depart for 7am today at 10:55pm, arrive SA on Feb. 13d' at 9:05am t

EFTA00643329.pdf

EFTA00643329

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From: Shaher To: "Jeffrey E." <[email protected]> Subject: Re: Date: Sun, 28 Feb 2016 20:28:26 +0000 Salam cousin brother I was in Ethiopia and Internet

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EFTA00658534.pdf

EFTA00658534

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oul passed away Wednesday - We buried him in sanaa Thursday - I thank you very much for all your help and assistance- God will was faster Thank you Shaher Sent from my iPhone On 15 Feb 2015, at 17:45, Jeffrey E. <j [email protected]> wrote: im am always available to help , sooner rather than later. see you

EFTA00672827.pdf

EFTA00672827

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llion,? or are you asking for a unsecured. secured loan, and if so, secured by what, I am always available to speak On Thu, Apr 2, 2015 at 1:04 AM, Shaher Salam Is eight percent reasonable brother cousin Sent from my iPad Shaher wrote: On Apr 2, 2015, at 02:31, jeffrey E. <jeevacation®gmail.com> w

EFTA00701230.pdf

EFTA00701230

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Subject: Re: Sony, I have oreads made plans to leave . See you next time On Wednesday, December 5, 2012, Francisco D'Agostino wrote: Hi Jeff and Shaher. Hope you are doing well. Looking at my shcedule I could charter a helicopter friday to fly to Paris at lunch time and back to London. I understan

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EFTA00707379.pdf

EFTA00707379

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From: Shaher To: Jeffrey Epstein <[email protected]> Subject: Re: Caroline Kennedy Selling 93 Acres on Martha's Vineyard Date: Fri, 03 May 2013 21:37:25 +0

EFTA00709540.pdf

EFTA00709540

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oved brother Fo Any doctors you may know who can help Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: "Hesham Alzubairi" To: "Abdul Galil" "Shaher" Subject: last Report of Mr. Besher Please find attached CMC Hospital Claim This Business <http://www.whereleb.contownbusiness.php?entryid=5790I>

EFTA00709550.pdf

EFTA00709550

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From: Sultan Bin Sulayem To: Jeffrey Epstein <[email protected]> Subject: Re: Date: Sun, 20 May 2012 22:12:31 +0000 Shaher is the richest Yemeni he owns oil concessions in Sudan as well as 50% of the mobile co in Sudan he is also the largest wholesaler in Yemen for rice

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EFTA00715025.pdf

EFTA00715025

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ate: Sun, 28 Apr 2013 17:21:00 +0000 Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Hayel Abdulhak Date: 28 April 2013 21:10:09 GMT+04:00 To: Shaher , Abdulgalil >, Besher The norwegian government have nominated the ex ambassador to Riyadh as the Norwegian special envoy for the case his name is

EFTA00782462.pdf

EFTA00782462

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nts: ( ), Self ( [email protected] ) When new york iMessage [8] 2018-11-27 23:52:25 (UTC) Sender: Self ( e:jeeitunes il.com ) Participants: Shaher ( ), Self ( e:[email protected] ) Will you be in Paris. In December? iMessage [2] 2018-11-27 23:52:25 (UTC) Sender: Self ( jeeitune ail.com )

EFTA00782408.pdf

EFTA00782408

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2:34 UTC 2] Sender: Eva ( Participants: Eva ( ), Self ([email protected] ) S00000 nice to be here iMessage 2018-11-21 10:44:35 C 4] Sender: Shaher ( Participants: Shaher ( ), Self ( e:[email protected] ) EFTA00782409 Can I have the details cousin brother iMessage 2018-11-21 10:44:35 C

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EFTA00782390.pdf

EFTA00782390

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ts: ( ), Self ( [email protected] ) S000 obvious iMessage [7] 2018-11-20 18:06:44 (UTC) Sender: Self ( e:[email protected] ) Participants: Shaher ( 33644323232 ), Self ( e:[email protected] ) Thrre is s very beautiful 550 for sale 22m iMessage [2] 2018-11-20 18:06:44 (UTC) EFTA00782398

EFTA00786966.pdf

EFTA00786966

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ntacts:0:1377 on 2019-01-16 at 07.11.0 Top Contact Source Device NYCO24362.aff4/Macintosh HD Path /Users/jee/Libraty/Messages/Archive/2018-11-28/Shaher on 2018-11-28 at 04.22.38.ichat Name Shaher Address Count Total 180 Count Messages 180 Count Emails 0 Count Calls 0 HashID top_contacts:0:

EFTA00826111.pdf

EFTA00826111

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From: "Jeffrey E." <[email protected]> To: Shaher < >, Steve Bannon Subject: Date: Thu, 26 Apr 2018 07:56:36 +0000 Steve / Shaher. Shaher / Steve please note The information contained in this co

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EFTA00828721.pdf

EFTA00828721

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s On Tuesday, 26 April 2016, wrote: Have spoken to Valdson - do we have a contact for the person to open the apartment? May I contact directly MR Shaher to ask? Envoye de mon iPhone On Apr 25, 2016, at 11:27 AM, jeffrey E. <[email protected]> wrote: Forwarded message --------- From: Jeffrey E

EFTA00832959.pdf

EFTA00832959

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From: "Jeffrey E." <[email protected]> To: Shaher Subject: Re: Date: Mon, 29 Feb 2016 21:12:12 +0000 Cell On Monday, 29 February 2016, Shaher < wrote: Ouch dear just saw your message ,because I

EFTA00845220.pdf

EFTA00845220

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From: "Jeffrey E." <[email protected]> To: Shaher Subject: Date: Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:41:42 +0000 99 please note The information contained in this communication is confidential, may be attorney-c

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EFTA00858785.pdf

EFTA00858785

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From: "jeffrey E." <[email protected]> To: Shaher Subject: Re: Date: Wed, 22 Apr 2015 14:42:35 +0000 today in bed with fly, so schedule undetermined. On Wed, Apr 22, 2015 at 10:41 AM, Shaher Amman

HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025591

Source: House Oversight Committee

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From: Shaher Sent: 5/2/2013 8:59:57 PM To: jeffrey epstein usa [[email protected]] Subject: Caroline Kennedy Selling 93 Acres on Martha’s Vineyard Importanc

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