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Time of India
an hour ago
- Business
- Time of India
Pakistan army chief Asim Munir courts US opinion makers amid bid to reset strategic ties
ISLAMABAD: In a bid to recalibrate Pakistan's global narrative and bolster ties with Washington, Field Marshal Syed concluded a series of high-level engagements in the United States, meeting senior American scholars, strategic experts, and international media representatives during an official visit to Washington DC, the Pakistani military said on Friday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In a carefully choreographed diplomatic offensive, Munir interacted with leading think tanks and policy institutions, offering what officials described as 'Pakistan's principled perspectives' on evolving regional and global dynamics. His engagements underscored Islamabad's renewed focus on international outreach amid a shifting geopolitical landscape in South Asia. The army chief reiterated Pakistan's commitment to regional stability, counterterrorism, and a rules-based global order, pitching the country as a responsible actor in an increasingly multipolar world. Munir spoke at length about Pakistan's counter-terrorism strategy, highlighting military operations such as Maarka-e-Haqa and Operation Bunyanum Marsoos. He reminded his audience of Pakistan's role as a frontline state in the global war on terror, citing the 'immense sacrifices' borne by its security forces and civilians. Without naming India, Munir warned against 'regional actors using terrorism as an instrument of hybrid warfare' – a familiar refrain in Pakistan's diplomatic lexicon referring to its neighbour. While not new, the accusation resurfacing in the US capital, signalling Pakistan's intent to shape the security discourse in South Asia. Munir also showcased Pakistan's economic aspirations. He pitched the country's untapped potential in IT, agriculture, and mineral wealth, calling on global stakeholders to invest in these 'engines of shared prosperity'. From foreign policy to economic diplomacy, Munir portrayed Pakistan as a country pursuing dialogue, diplomacy, and international law — an image Islamabad has been keen to project as it seeks to distance itself from past reputational baggage. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Discussing Pakistan-US relations, Munir called for transforming the historical security-centric engagement into a multidimensional partnership grounded in strategic convergence and mutual respect. He acknowledged past cooperation on counterterrorism and economic development but pushed for a broader framework of engagement. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the army's media affairs wing, participants appreciated the candid nature of the discussions and acknowledged Pakistan's efforts to maintain regional stability. The meetings were seen as a trust-building exercise amid evolving US priorities in the Indo-Pacific region and growing scepticism over Islamabad's commitments. The visit comes at a time when Pakistan is striving to reset ties with major powers, especially after its recent economic crises and shifting regional alignments. With India drawing closer to the US and Afghanistan remaining volatile, Islamabad is attempting to reposition itself as an indispensable — if complicated — regional player.
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
In his exchanges in US, COAS Munir claims committed to regional peace: Pakistan army
Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, during his US visit, affirmed commitment to regional peace, stability, and a rules-based international order. He highlighted Pakistan's sacrifices in combating terrorism and addressed the malign influence of regional actors. Munir also emphasized Pakistan's economic potential and sought stronger Pakistan-US ties based on mutual respect and shared interests. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, in his interactions with several interlocutors in the US, committed for regional peace and stability and a rule based international order, the army said on his meeting with the US President Donald Trump, Munir held a comprehensive and candid exchange with senior scholars, analysts, policy experts, and representatives of leading international media outlets in Washington DC, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan Army , said in a interaction with prominent US think tanks and representatives of the strategic affairs institutions, provided an opportunity to articulate Pakistan's principled stance on key regional and global issues, and to deepen understanding of Pakistan's strategic outlook, it met Trump at the White House on Wednesday, a meeting that came weeks after recent tension between India and Pakistan following the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 his remarks, the Chief of Army Staff "highlighted Pakistan's unwavering commitment to regional peace and stability, and its constructive role in fostering a rules-based international order."The Field Marshal alluded to the details and analysis of the Maarka e Haq, Operation Bunyanum Marsoos and elaborated on Pakistan's perspective on terrorism, noting the malign influence of certain regional actors in sponsoring and perpetuating terrorism as a tool of hybrid the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), emphasised that Pakistan has been on the front lines of the global war against terrorism, having rendered immense sacrifices-both human and economic-in pursuit of a safer and more secure world, the statement the Pahalgam terror attack, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 that destroyed the terror infrastructure in Pakistan controlled areas. The Pakistan Army said it launched Operation Bunyanum Marsoos as part of the 'Marka-e-Haq' (Battle of Truth) after the Indian Trump's repeated claims of mediating, New Delhi has been maintaining that the Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan reached an understanding to stop all firings and military actions on land, air and sea with immediate effect on May also shed light on Pakistan's "untapped potential, particularly in the domains of information technology, agriculture, and its vast and underexploited reserves" in the mining and mineral sectors and invited international partners to explore collaborative discussion further included an evaluation of the long-standing Pakistan-US partnership. The COAS underlined the historical convergences between the two nations, particularly in areas such as counter-terrorism, regional security, and economic underscored the immense potential for a broader, multidimensional relationship built upon "mutual respect, shared strategic interests, and economic interdependence," the statement during the various exchanges noted the "openness and clarity" of Munir's perspectives and appreciated "Pakistan's consistent and principled policies," it said adding, the interaction was marked by a spirit of mutual understanding and was widely regarded as a positive step toward enhancing strategic dialogue between Pakistan and the United engagement reflects Pakistan's commitment to "transparent diplomacy, international engagement, and the pursuit of peaceful coexistence" through principled and proactive dialogue, the army said.
India Today
a day ago
- Business
- India Today
Trump expressed keen interest in forging trade ties with Islamabad: Pak Army
US President Donald Trump has expressed "keen interest" in developing a "mutually beneficial" trade partnership with Pakistan based on long-term strategic convergence and shared interests, the army said on a statement after a meeting between Trump and Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir at the White House on Wednesday, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) - the media wing of the Pakistan Army - said they also discussed joint counterterrorism the high-level engagement, the discussions also encompassed avenues for expanding bilateral cooperation in multiple domains, including trade, economic development, mines and minerals, artificial intelligence, energy, cryptocurrency and emerging technologies, the ISPR said. "President Trump expressed keen interest in forging a mutually beneficial trade partnership with Pakistan based on long-term strategic convergence and shared interests," said the the first formal reaction by the Pakistani government, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Thursday said the meeting between Army Chief Munir and President Trump helped to highlight the Pakistan-India a post on X, Asif said the meeting was a milestone in Pakistan-US relations because "this is the first time that a US President has invited and met a Pakistani Army Chief".Describing the Trump-Munir meeting as "the most important turning point in the 78-year history of relations", Asif said the development is the success of the "current hybrid model of governance", involving the elected government and the comments seem to be a departure from the past when political parties demanded non-interference of the army in political Chief of Army Staff "conveyed the deep appreciation of the Government and people of Pakistan for President Trump's constructive and result-oriented role in facilitating a ceasefire between Pakistan and India in the recent regional crisis", the ISPR acknowledged President Trump's statesmanship and his ability to comprehend and address the multifaceted challenges faced by the global community, the statement Trump, in turn, lauded Pakistan's ongoing efforts for regional peace and stability, and appreciated the robust counter-terrorism cooperation between the two states, the ISPR sides reaffirmed their commitment to continued collaboration in the field of counter-terrorism, it of State Marco Rubio and US Special Representative for the Middle East Steve Witkoff accompanied Trump. Munir was joined by National Security Advisor Lt Gen Asim Malik, who is also the head of the intelligence agency ISI. No senior civilian official from Pakistan was present.A detailed exchange of views also took place on the prevailing tensions between Iran and Israel, with both leaders emphasising the importance of the resolution of the conflict, the ISPR Trump commended Munir's leadership and decisiveness during a period of complex regional dynamics, it a "gesture reflecting the warmth of bilateral ties", Munir extended an invitation to President Trump, on behalf of the Government of Pakistan, to undertake an official visit to Pakistan at a mutually convenient date, the statement initially scheduled for one hour, the meeting was extended for over two hours, underscoring the depth and cordiality of the dialogue, it added."The engagement marks a significant moment in the ongoing efforts to reinforce the longstanding partnership between Pakistan and the US, built upon shared objectives of peace, stability and prosperity," according to the President Trump said it was an honour for him to meet the Chief of Army Staff during a luncheon held at the Cabinet Room in the White House, the first-ever such honour for any Pakistani army is rare for the US President to host a lunch for an army chief of a foreign country. There have been precedents of Pakistan army chiefs, including Ayub Khan, Zia ul-Haq and Pervez Musharraf, receiving such invites. But they were holding the post of president as to the media after the event, Trump extended his gratitude to Pakistan's military chief for visiting and acknowledged his role in helping stop war with was honoured to meet him (Field Marshal Munir) today," Trump said. "I invited him to thank him for not going to war. He deserves appreciation for helping secure the ceasefire."When asked if the talks included the Iran-Israel conflict, Trump said, "They (Pakistan) know Iran very well, better than most, and they're not happy about anything. It's not that they're bad with Israel. They know them both, actually, but they know Iran better."According to experts, the meeting was a significant boost for relations between the two countries, which had been under strain for years due to suspicion in the US that Pakistan had failed to help it stabilise Afghanistan, which resulted in a hasty withdrawal from the country in meeting comes after the recent tension with India and Trump umpteen times took credit for stopping the conflict, for which Pakistan thanked him for his has been maintaining that the Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan reached an understanding to stop all firings and military actions on land, air and sea with immediate effect on May Watch IN THIS STORY#India-Pakistan#Pakistan#Donald Trump
Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Bilawal sees COAS-Trump talks as positive step
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, hailed the upcoming meeting between Pakistan's Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and US President Donald Trump as a positive development for strengthening Pakistan-US relations. In a statement posted on social media platform X, Bilawal said, 'Today's meeting between Field Marshal Asim Munir and Donald Trump is a step forward in improving bilateral ties between Pakistan and the United States.' He noted that the meeting comes at a significant time, as Trump recently played a mediating role in brokering a ceasefire, following which Pakistan achieved a decisive victory against India in a five-day conflict. The former Foreign Minister criticized India for rejecting peace efforts and US diplomacy, stating, 'Pakistan neither seeks confrontation nor demands negotiations, but we acknowledge that peace is in the best interest of both nations.' Bilawal added that there is no military solution to the disputes, calling India's weaponisation of water resources and repression in Kashmir 'unacceptable.'
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
Pakistan, US push forward tariff talks
As part of ongoing Pakistan-US discussions on reciprocal tariffs, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb held a virtual meeting with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to review and advance the negotiations. Both sides agreed to continue their negotiations through constructive engagement to finalize the trade deal at the earliest, according to a statement issued on Tuesday. The discussions centered on meaningful engagement in trade, investment, and the strengthening of economic ties that are mutually beneficial. It was agreed that further technical-level, detailed discussions would be held in the coming days.
