Trump Meets Pakistan's Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir at White House on Economic and Security Ties

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U.S. President Donald Trump held talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan’s Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir at the White House on Thursday, in what officials described as a sign of warming relations between Washington and Islamabad.

The high-level meeting focused on boosting economic cooperation, trade, and investment opportunities for American companies in Pakistan, as well as strengthening collaboration on security and counterterrorism.

Prime Minister Sharif called on U.S. firms to invest in Pakistan’s agriculture, technology, and mining sectors, saying Pakistan is committed to providing a secure environment for foreign investors. He stressed that under President Trump’s leadership, the partnership between the two countries could reach “new heights of cooperation.”

Army Chief Asim Munir, who joined the talks, discussed regional security, counterterrorism efforts, and intelligence-sharing. Trump, reiterating his earlier remarks, described Munir as a “very great guy” and praised Pakistan’s role in promoting regional stability.

Officials also reviewed the progress of the July 2025 trade agreement, which lowered tariffs and included U.S. participation in Pakistan’s energy and mineral development projects. Sharif expressed hope that the deal would bring long-term economic benefits to both nations.

The meeting was initially delayed as Sharif and Munir waited in the Oval Office while Trump concluded other engagements, but was later described as cordial and constructive. Trump was seen wearing a fighter-jet lapel pin, which sparked speculation among observers regarding its symbolic significance.

Diplomatic analysts note that the session marks a thaw in Pakistan–U.S. relations, with both sides keen to rebuild trust after years of strained ties. Washington views Islamabad’s strategic location and counterterrorism role as critical to its South Asia policy, while Pakistan is eager to attract foreign investment amid economic challenges.