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Trump Hosts Pakistan’s Sharif and Army Chief Munir in Closed Oval Office Meeting

The rare joint visit capped a rapid thaw driven by trade concessions, energy investment overtures, Pakistan’s public credit for Trump’s role in the May ceasefire.

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Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif (M) described Donald Trump R) as a man of peace who was engaged in sincere efforts to end conflicts around the globe.
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Overview

  • President Trump met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for roughly 80–90 minutes in a press-free Oval Office session joined by Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
  • Pakistan’s Prime Minister’s Office said talks covered bilateral relations, regional and international issues, trade, and potential U.S. assistance to develop Pakistan’s oil reserves.
  • The engagement follows a July arrangement setting a 19% U.S. tariff on Pakistani exports and recent U.S. interest in Pakistan’s critical minerals and energy projects.
  • Trump praised Sharif and Munir as “great” leaders, while Pakistan has nominated him for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize after crediting his role in securing the May ceasefire with India.
  • The meeting highlighted Pakistan’s powerful military role in diplomacy and featured limited U.S. media access, with images and details prominently shared by Pakistani accounts.