WASHINGTON – Pakistan and United States reignited diplomatic momentum as President Donald Trump welcomed Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir at the White House for lunch.
Pak top general Asim Munir, who, along with country spymaster Director-General of Inter-Service Intelligence (ISI) Asim Malik, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Trump over a private lunch at the White House on Wednesday, signaling a renewed push for strategic cooperation between the two sides.
COAS Asim Munir at White House
Pakistan's Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, DG ISI Lt Gen Asim Malik and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrives at The White House for a lunch with US President Donald Trump. Big important meeting ahead. pic.twitter.com/Dt4TYug3BK
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The meeting, held in the White House Cabinet Room, marks rare one-on-one encounter between Pakistani military leader and American president. The timing also makes it more important as it comes after major escation between Pakistan and India.
The meeting is said to be key step toward rebuilding trust and advancing mutual geopolitical interests. Officials say President Trump played key role in mediating a ceasefire between Pakistan and India following a recent five-day conflict. The White House has also hinted at Trump’s willingness to mediate longstanding issues, including the Kashmir dispute.
During his U.S. visit, Field Marshal Munir is expected to hold further high-level meetings with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Pakistani leaders said US President Trump’s efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region have not gone unnoticed, as Islamabad emerged diplomatically and militarily strong from the recent conflict.
In his visit, Army Chief Asim Munir earlier interacted with Pakistani diaspora in Washington, where he praised their role in supporting Pakistan’s economy and global reputation.
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