From the halls of Washington’s ‘Board of Peace’ inaugural, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif delivered glowing accolades to President Donald Trump, hailing him for nipping an India-Pakistan war in the bud. Sharif’s remarks underscored Trump’s decisive actions that spared South Asia from mass devastation.
In his address, Sharif marveled at how Trump’s diplomacy ‘saved millions from death,’ dubbing him a ‘genuine peace ambassador.’ He credited US involvement for dialing down tensions and noted Trump’s global track record in pacifying hotspots.
Aligning with broader agendas, Sharif championed a Gaza peace outline, pushing for Palestinian sovereignty to end illegal seizures and hardships. He framed this as complementary to Trump’s landmark endeavors.
Sharif later huddled with Sec. State Marco Rubio, earning thanks for Gaza support and peace forum commitment. Rubio condoled the Balochistan assaults of Jan. 31 and Islamabad’s Feb. 6 bombing, vowing sustained US-Pak terror fight.
Dialogues extended to commerce: reviewing Critical Minerals talks, energy partnerships, and investment lures for US businesses.
No Trump tête-à-tête materialized for Sharif. Trump had recounted issuing stark trade ultimatums to both rivals, conversing with ‘great’ Modi, and highlighting nuclear threats: ‘Powerful nations; it could’ve been ugly.’
Historically war-torn over Kashmir, India-Pakistan teeter on edge despite ceasefires. Sharif’s endorsement spotlights Trump’s sway, hinting at recalibrated alliances amid enduring regional pressures.