Pakistan claimed that the India-Pakistan ceasefire was brokered with the help of the US. PM Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir praised Trump's role, while India dismissed it as baseless.
World Update: Pakistan recently acknowledged the US's assistance in securing a ceasefire with India during Operation Sindoor. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir met with US President Donald Trump at the White House. During this meeting, Pakistan praised Trump's leadership and his role in the ceasefire.
Meeting in the Oval Office
According to a Pakistani statement, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir held discussions with US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office. During this meeting, Pakistan lauded Trump's courageous and decisive leadership, which played a significant role in brokering the ceasefire between India and Pakistan. The Pakistani leaders also appreciated Trump's contributions to efforts aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza and establishing peace in the Middle East.
Pakistan Invites Trump
During the meeting, Pakistan discussed enhancing bilateral partnership. Prime Minister Shehbaz called for attracting American investment into Pakistan's key sectors and emphasized the need to further strengthen security and intelligence cooperation.
Furthermore, they extended an official invitation to Trump to visit Pakistan to promote cooperation and investment between the two countries.
India Denies Trump's Claim
However, India has consistently denied claims that Trump was instrumental in brokering a ceasefire following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in April, and subsequent airstrikes on terrorist and military infrastructure in Pakistan. From the first day of the ceasefire, India made it clear that it was top Pakistani military officials who contacted their Indian counterparts to establish peace.
Trump's Claim
US President Donald Trump echoed the claims of Pakistani leaders, asserting that his leadership led to India and Pakistan agreeing to a ceasefire and preventing an escalation of tension. Trump presented this as his initiative and courageous role, while India has described it as entirely baseless.
Direction of Bilateral Cooperation and Investment
During the meeting, Pakistan emphasized attracting US investment. The need to enhance security and intelligence cooperation was also a primary agenda item. Pakistan specifically conveyed the message that opportunities exist in the country for American companies and investors, and they can invest in an environment of peace and security.
