US - Pakistan relationship

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In the meeting, the US official strongly condemned the recent terrorist attacks in Islamabad and Quetta and expressed condolences to the families of the victims.

Both sides discussed Pakistan–US bilateral relations, the regional security situation, and ways to further strengthen cooperation in counterterrorism, particularly in the domain of internal security, the release stated.

"Global cooperation is essential in the fight against terrorism, and relations with the United States are of key importance in this regard," Naqvi was quoted as saying.

He welcomed US interest in investing in Pakistan’s key economic sectors and reaffirmed Islamabad’s commitment to global partnerships aimed at eliminating terrorism and promoting sustainable economic growth, the statement added

 

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Pomeroy said Washington attaches great importance to its relationship with Pakistan and remains committed to working closely with Islamabad on shared security and economic priorities, the statement concluded.

Previously, Pakistan has signed a memorandum of understanding with a US firm to develop critical minerals, including antimony, copper, gold and tungsten. The agreement is intended to enhance Pakistan’s role in the global supply chain for materials essential to energy, defence and advanced manufacturing.

In addition, the United States has earmarked $13 billion for the Reko Diq copper-gold mining project, one of Pakistan’s largest undeveloped mineral ventures. The funding is expected to support mining operations and associated infrastructure development.

 

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Pakistan, US pledge deeper counterterrorism ties, expand investment cooperation​

Both sides agree to promote investment in the mining, minerals, and energy sectors

Web Desk
February 12, 2026

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs John Mark Pomeroy, US Ambassador Natalie Baker, Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry meet in Islamabad on February 12, 2026. PHOTO: HANDOUT

Pakistan and the United States have agreed to enhance cooperation in counterterrorism and promote investment in the mining, minerals, and energy sectors, according to an official statement issued by the federal government on Thursday.

The understanding was reached during a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, and US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs John Mark Pomeroy. US Ambassador to Pakistan Natalie Baker was also present on the occasion

This why the US likes Pakistani dictatorships and hybrid regimes. A lollipop like this picture alone is enough to satisfy cheap insecure Pakistani regimes.

 

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Aurangzeb to visit US as Pakistan reassesses trade strategy amid regional trade shifts​

• US remains Pakistan’s largest single-country export destination,

BR Web Desk
February 14, 2026

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Saturday said he will travel to the United States next week to advance economic engagement, as Pakistan reassesses its trade positioning following recent agreements between New Delhi and Washington, with Bangladesh also reaching an understanding with Washington, which has unsettled local industry.

“I am leaving for the United States next week; all your recommendations in terms of how we need to further negotiate with the US will be discussed,” he said, while addressing industrialists at Pakistan’s Economic Growth and Stability program at the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) Regional Office, Lahore.

“We totally aligned with your ask,” he said, while urging the local industry to review the revenue model and improve productivity.

“We are in a new world order.”

The United States remains Pakistan’s largest single-country export destination, accounting for 18% of total exports—or approximately $5.8 billion—during FY2024-25, according to FBR data.

 

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US envoy hosts webinar to connect American ICT firms to Pakistan​

Both sides discuss attractive business opportunities in Pakistan’s fast growing IT sector

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February 14, 2026

US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A Baker unveils a full-sized replica of the iconic Liberty Bell at a ceremony held at Lincoln Corner, Islamabad. Photo: Express

ISLAMABAD: United States Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) Natalie A. Baker hosted a webinar on Thursday to connect 25 representatives from American information and communication technology (ICT) companies with senior Pakistani government officials and explore attractive business opportunities in the country's fast growing IT sector.

A press release from the embassy said several officials joined the webinar to discuss investment opportunities, regulatory frameworks and partnership potential in Pakistan’s ICT sector.

In her remarks, Baker said, “The US mission in Pakistan is committed to fostering strong economic ties between the two countries.”

She added, “We believe that by working together, we can unlock the full potential of Pakistan’s IT sector, create new opportunities for American businesses, and contribute to Pakistan’s economic development.”

She said the US embassy and consulates were here to support American companies, as they navigated the Pakistani market, by connecting them with local partners and ensuring they had the resources and information needed to succeed.

“We are committed to facilitate investment, promote trade, and advocate for policies to improve the business environment,” she said.

The webinar highlighted growth opportunities in cloud computing, data centres, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence — key areas where US companies offer proven expertise and innovation.

During the webinar, Pakistani officials outlined government initiatives to advance digital policies, expand broadband connectivity, promote technology parks and support innovation through regulatory reforms and incentives.

Baker also emphasised the timeliness of strengthening US-Pakistan technology cooperation, saying, “This year in the US, we are celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, which presents us with an opportunity to celebrate American innovation and leadership in the technology sector.”

The press release said the technology sector exemplified US ingenuity and leadership, which the Freedom 250 celebration honoured.

The webinar was part of the ‘Direct Line’ for American businesses programme, which provides the US businesses with direct access to foreign government officials and market experts, facilitating informed decision-making about international business opportunities.

 

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Pakistan not among 5 nations announced to have committed troops for International Stabilisation Force in Gaza​

AFP | News Desk
February 19, 2026



US President Donald Trump speaks during a signing ceremony at the inaugural meeting of the “Board of Peace” at the US Institute of Peace in Washington, DC, on February 19, 2026. — AFP

US President Donald Trump on Thursday promised $10 billion and Muslim-majority nations offered funding and troops for Gaza at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington.

Pakistan, however, was not named among the five nations who have committed troops for the International Stabilisation Force, which will be tasked with securing reconstruction zones and supporting a post-conflict governance arrangement in Gaza.

Trump brought together allies from around the world — many authoritarians, with few Western democrats who traditionally ally with the United States — to hail his peacemaking at the first Board of Peace meeting.

Presiding with a gavel over the meeting in the gleaming Washington building of the former US Institute of Peace, which has been gutted and renamed after the 79-year-old Republican, Trump hailed the “powerful people” who joined his board.

“We will help Gaza. We will straighten it out. We’ll make it successful,” Trump said, holding up a document with pledges before the disco beats of his adopted theme-song “YMCA” came on the speakers.

“We will make it peaceful, and we will do things like that in other spots. Spots will come up, things will happen,” Trump said.

 

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'I like this guy': Trump praises PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir at inaugural 'Board of Peace' summit on Gaza​

Raises count of jets shot down to 11; PM Shehbaz reiterates thanks to Trump for role in ceasefire

Web Desk
February 19, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif came in for praise while attending the inaugural summit of the the "Board of Peace" to deliberate on issues related to Gaza as Pakistan has denied that it will join the International Stabilisation Force to demilitarise Hamas.

Various other world leaders, along with United States President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, are attending the event.

Addressing the event, Trump again praised PM Shehbaz. "I like this guy," he said while recounting the events that led to the ceasefire after last year's conflict between Pakistan and India in May. Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir was also praised by the US president.

 

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"Prime Minister Sharif, I like this man. There was some fighting going on when I got to know him and your field marshal — great, great general; great guy. I got to meet the prime minister and h e said in front of our Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, he said: 'Do you know no body knows but I believe that President Trump saved 25 millions lives when he stopped the war between us and India.' You made that statement," he said while addressing the premier.

Referring to the active conflict at the time, he said: "Pakistan and India; I got on the phone with both of them and I knew them a little bit, actually I knew PM Modi very well. I got to know Pakistan through a little trade, they were trying to make too good a deal and I got a little upset with them and in the end they got what they wanted and I made a good deal and I got to like them — the prime minister, the field marshal, who is a tough man, a good serious fighter and I like good fighters actually."

 

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'I like this guy': Trump praises PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir at inaugural 'Board of Peace' summit on Gaza​

Raises count of jets shot down to 11; PM Shehbaz reiterates thanks to Trump for role in ceasefire

Web Desk
February 19, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif came in for praise while attending the inaugural summit of the the "Board of Peace" to deliberate on issues related to Gaza as Pakistan has denied that it will join the International Stabilisation Force to demilitarise Hamas.

Various other world leaders, along with United States President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, are attending the event.

Addressing the event, Trump again praised PM Shehbaz. "I like this guy," he said while recounting the events that led to the ceasefire after last year's conflict between Pakistan and India in May. Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir was also praised by the US president.

I think Shehbaz Sahab won this mutual admiration competition.

PM hails Trump as ‘saviour of South Asia’ at Board of Peace launch - Daily Times

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday lavished praise on US President Donald Trump at the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace, crediting him with averting a catastrophic war in South Asia and describing him as a “saviour of South Asia.” “Your bold diplomacy has surely brought calm to...

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PM Shehbaz seeks expanded US investment in meeting with DFC chief​

PM invites DFC chief to visit Pakistan, attend minerals investment forum in Islamabad on April 8-9

Web Desk
February 20, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday met Benjamin Black, Chief Executive Officer of the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) in Washington on February 20, 2026.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met the chief executive of the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) in Washington on Thursday to discuss expanding economic cooperation and increasing US investment in Pakistan, Radio Pakistan reported.

During the meeting with DFC Chief Executive Officer Benjamin Black, he acknowledged the agency’s investment portfolio of more than $1 billion in Pakistan and said the economic priorities of both countries were aligned, offering mutually beneficial opportunities for business-to-business collaboration.

PM Shehbaz invited the DFC chief to visit Pakistan to explore investment opportunities in sectors of shared interest and encouraged the agency’s participation in the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum (PMIF) 2026, scheduled to be held in Islamabad on April 8–9.

Pakistan has invited both China and the United States to the forum as it seeks to attract investment for an estimated $6–8 billion in annual mineral export potential.

 

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Shehbaz meets Rubio, world leaders after ‘Board of Peace’ summit in Washington​

Discussions centre on global, regional issues; talks with Rubio cover minerals, American investments in Pakistan

Web Desk
February 20, 2026

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif attends the inaugural meeting of Board of Peace in Washington DC, February 19 , 2026. PHOTO: PM OFFICE ON X

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with several global leaders, including United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during his visit to Washington, DC, for the inaugural session of the "Board of Peace".

The discussions centred on global and regional issues, while Secretary Rubio discussed critical minerals, energy-sector development, and investment opportunities for American companies in Pakistan with PM Shehbaz.

The prime minister congratulated Trump and Rubio on the successful inaugural meeting and reaffirmed that Pakistan was ready to work with the Board of Peace for the implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan.

He emphasised the importance of continued high-level engagement between Pakistan and the US to advance common goals in a rapidly evolving global environment.

 

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