As President Donald Trump continues to forge closer ties with Pakistan, diplomatic relations between Washington and Islamabad are showing renewed momentum. On July 25, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the State Department, signaling a significant thaw in relations that had remained cool in recent years.
According to Geo News, the tone of the meeting was cordial and constructive. Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US also attended the discussions, which addressed a wide array of bilateral and regional issues. Topics ranged from boosting trade and investment to enhancing counterterrorism collaboration and supporting long-term regional peace.
Dar took the opportunity to thank President Trump for his role in easing tensions between Pakistan and India after a recent bout of hostility. He emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its ties with the United States and underscored the importance of strategic alignment on regional issues.
Secretary Rubio, in turn, acknowledged Pakistan’s sacrifices in the global fight against terrorism and praised its positive role in advancing peace and stability in South Asia. He expressed interest in expanding economic cooperation and continuing the dialogue on shared security interests.
The meeting comes shortly after Trump hosted Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, at the White House—a rare event that did not go unnoticed by New Delhi. Following that high-profile visit, Pakistan nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his efforts in helping end cross-border tensions with India.
Trump called his meeting with Munir an “honor,” stating he invited the military leader to express personal thanks for helping resolve recent escalations. He reiterated his openness to mediate the long-standing Kashmir dispute—an offer India has repeatedly rejected. However, the US State Department has mirrored Trump’s stance, keeping the option for mediation on the table.
This warming of ties between the US and Pakistan under Trump’s renewed South Asia outreach could reshape regional dynamics. While Islamabad embraces the opportunity for deeper ties, New Delhi watches with caution as Washington’s role in the subcontinent evolves.
