ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and the United States have officially stepped into a “new era” of mutual cooperation, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif affirming deepened bilateral ties across economic, diplomatic, and strategic fronts.
Addressing an event at the U.S. Embassy marking American Independence Day, PM Sharif highlighted shared democratic values and a renewed commitment to collaboration in trade, agriculture, education, energy, and public health sectors.
In a notable diplomatic gesture, he praised former U.S. President Donald Trump for his role in brokering the recent May ceasefire between Pakistan and India, calling him a “man of peace.” Pakistan has since formally nominated Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, acknowledging his contribution to regional stability.
Economic cooperation is also taking center stage, as both nations move forward on developing Pakistan’s untapped oil reserves, with the possibility of future exports to neighboring countries. In addition, Pakistan’s Finance Minister has flown to Washington to finalize a landmark trade deal that includes tariff relaxations and sectoral investment in IT, mining, and agro-tech.
Strategic talks are also underway on critical minerals exploration in Balochistan, revival of U.S. military training programs for Pakistani officers, and expansion of counterterrorism, cybersecurity, and education exchange initiatives.
Despite this momentum, mutual skepticism remains due to historical trust deficits, U.S. sanctions over Pakistan’s missile program, and Washington’s growing strategic tilt towards India.
Yet, the message from Islamabad is clear: Pakistan is ready to realign and rebuild with Washington on the pillars of mutual respect and economic progress.
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