Pakistan’s ties with Washington have significantly improved after the US President claimed he helped broker the ceasefire between Islamabad and New Delhi following the four-day military conflict in May. However, India has rejected Trump’s claim, stating that the May 10 ceasefire was reached directly upon Pakistan’s request, and there was no intervention from the US.
Pakistan-US trade deal
Pakistan announcedlast week that it had finalised a "landmark" trade
Alongside this, Trump revealed a separate partnership focused on developing Pakistan’s oil reserves, signalling a new chapter in the economic relationship between the two nations.
The trade agreement was discussed during the Monday call between Ishaq Dar and Rubio. According to the Pakistani foreign ministry, “The two leaders discussed a range of bilateral matters and exchanged views on current regional & international issues.” The statement
This development marks a notable shift in Pakistan-US relations, which had cooled in recent years following the US withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Analysts view Islamabad’s renewed engagement with Washington as a diplomatic reset, aimed at rebuilding ties after a period of estrangement. High-level exchanges between the two countries had dwindled, but this trade deal and oil partnership indicate a renewed focus on economic
The United States remains a critical trade partner for Pakistan, serving as its top export destination. Official data shows that Pakistan’s exports to the US reached $5.44 billion in the fiscal year 2023-2024. From July 2024 to February 2025, exports saw a 10 per cent increase compared to the previous year.
Pakistan’s government has been actively pursuing stronger trade and economic ties, both regionally and with international allies like the US, as part of its strategy to address a prolonged macroeconomic
