Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that American companies will invest in Pakistan’s information technology, energy, agriculture, and mineral sectors following his meeting with US President Donald Trump in New Jersey.
Speaking to reporters, Shehbaz described the discussion as “very useful and important” for boosting Pakistan–US relations. He said President Trump not only directed US firms to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan but also expressed his desire for regional peace, crediting him for efforts to establish ceasefires between Pakistan and India.
The meeting also touched on trade partnerships, fair valuation of mineral resources, and new economic agreements. Shehbaz noted that Pakistan and the United States are giving “a new dimension” to their trade and economic ties.
Highlighting Pakistan’s economic gains, the prime minister pointed out that inflation has dropped to single digits within 18 months. He also spoke of improving diplomatic and trade relations with Bangladesh.
Shehbaz further recalled receiving what he termed an “unprecedented welcome in 40 years” during his recent visit to Saudi Arabia, and praised Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir’s leadership, saying India had been “defeated” under his strategy.
A statement from the Prime Minister’s Office confirmed that the Shehbaz Trump meeting also covered regional security, counterterrorism, and intelligence cooperation. Shehbaz thanked Trump for the Pakistan US trade agreement, invited him to visit Pakistan, and assured that bilateral ties would become stronger under his leadership.
