As US-Pakistan Ties Improve, Iran and China Emerge as Key Challenges

Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, held a rare two-hour meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, discussing cooperation in areas like economy, AI, energy, and security. Munir appreciated Trump’s role in mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Both leaders also discussed the Iran-Israel conflict, stressing peaceful resolution. Trump acknowledged Pakistan’s importance in understanding Iran. Analysts note Islamabad’s growing ties with the U.S. face key challenges: balancing relations amid the Iran crisis and its close ties with China. Munir was joined by National Security Adviser Asim Malik, who also leads Pakistan’s intelligence agency, ISI.