Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that US President Donald Trump has assured Pakistan of complete cooperation in the fields of trade, economy, and investment, following a “very pleasant” meeting in Washington.
Speaking to journalists in London, Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan’s relations with the US have become more stable over the past few months.
“We discussed trade and investment, oil and gas exploration, and opportunities in mines and minerals,” the PM said.
He added that Trump’s commitment to economic cooperation could open new doors for bilateral investment.
PM Sharif revealed that he told Trump Pakistan nominated him for the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in preventing escalation with India and for mediating conflicts elsewhere.
“If you had not intervened in time and the matter had escalated, who knows what would have happened?” he said. “We pray for your success and acknowledge your efforts for ceasefire in Gaza.”
Pakistan’s victory against India
The prime minister reiterated that Pakistan had achieved a “historic victory” against India in the recent conflict.
“By the grace of Allah Almighty and the prayers of 240 million people, Pakistan won the war against India,” he said, praising the leadership of Field Marshal Asim Munir and Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu.
He claimed the victory reaffirmed Pakistan’s superiority in both conventional and unconventional warfare.
Sharif emphasised his close coordination with the military leadership, stating:
“I and Field Marshal Asim Munir consult on every national and international issue. If this harmony continues, Pakistan will rise further in the world.”
Saudi-Pakistan defense agreement
Highlighting Pakistan’s ties with Saudi Arabia, the Prime Minister said the two nations had formalized their long-standing brotherly relations through a defence pact.
“An attack on one side will be considered an attack on both. Together, we will formulate and implement a joint plan of action,” he said, adding that protecting Mecca and Medina was a cause every Muslim was ready to sacrifice for.
Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan had raised its voice for the Palestinian cause at the United Nations and during the Arab-Islamic Summit.
He condemned the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, calling it one of the worst examples of modern-day brutality.
Climate change and flood devastation
PM Shehbaz also addressed the impact of recent floods, linking them to climate change.
“Over a thousand lives have been lost, crops destroyed, and livelihoods shattered. We are facing a critical situation but remain determined to recover,” he said.
Sharif stressed that his government was focused on tackling poverty, unemployment, and economic revival rather than political rivalries.
“If we provide our youth with modern training in AI, IT, agriculture, and other sectors, they will bring revolution,” he said.
