Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that US President Donald Trump has promised wide-ranging cooperation with Pakistan in trade, investment, and the economy. He described his recent meeting in Washington as warm and productive, calling it an important step in rebuilding trust between the two nations.
Speaking to the press in London, Shehbaz said that talks with Trump covered opportunities in energy exploration, mining, and agriculture. He noted that the US commitment could create “a fresh wave of investment” in Pakistan.
The Prime Minister revealed that he informed Trump of Pakistan’s decision to nominate him for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his role in preventing escalation with India and mediating regional disputes. “If Trump had not stepped in at a critical moment, the outcome with India could have been disastrous,” Shehbaz remarked, also praising his efforts toward a Gaza ceasefire.
Claim of victory over India
Shehbaz Sharif repeated that Pakistan had secured what he called a “historic success” against India in the latest confrontation. He attributed the outcome to the leadership of Field Marshal Asim Munir and Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu, as well as the prayers of the nation. He said Pakistan had demonstrated its ability to prevail in both conventional and unconventional warfare.
Emphasizing his coordination with the military, the premier stated: “I work hand in hand with Field Marshal Asim Munir on every major issue. This unity is strengthening Pakistan’s global standing.”
Strengthening ties with Saudi Arabia
Sharif also spoke about Pakistan’s newly signed defense agreement with Saudi Arabia. The pact, he said, formalizes a long-standing understanding that an attack on either country would be considered an attack on both. He stressed that safeguarding the holy cities of Mecca and Medina is a responsibility shared by all Muslims.
On Palestine, he said Pakistan had raised its voice forcefully at the UN and other forums, condemning Israel’s actions in Gaza as a grave humanitarian crisis.
Domestic focus on floods and economy
The Prime Minister turned attention to challenges at home, particularly the destruction caused by recent floods. Linking the disaster to climate change, he said Pakistan had lost lives, crops, and livelihoods but remained determined to rebuild.
He added that his government’s priority was tackling unemployment and poverty rather than political rivalries. Training youth in modern fields such as AI, IT, and agriculture, he said, could spark an economic transformation in the country.
Source: Web Desk
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