Islamabad( The COW News Digital)The White House has officially confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump will meet with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif today in Washington, D.C. According to President Trump’s daily schedule, the high-level meeting will take place at 4:30 p.m. (U.S. Eastern Time) in the Oval Office.
Sources indicate that the agenda will include a wide-ranging discussion on global and regional issues, with a particular focus on security, trade, and energy cooperation. There are also reports that Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, may join the meeting — a move that underscores the strategic importance of the dialogue.
This meeting comes at a critical time for U.S.-Pakistan relations, as both countries seek to recalibrate ties amid shifting geopolitical dynamics in South Asia and the Middle East. The two leaders are expected to discuss counterterrorism cooperation, Afghanistan’s security situation, and Pakistan’s growing energy needs.
Earlier, during the Islamic Nations Summit in New York, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Trump held an informal interaction. The two leaders exchanged a warm handshake and spoke in what officials described as a “friendly and positive atmosphere.” President Trump also greeted Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and concluded the conversation with a thumbs-up gesture, signaling a cordial approach ahead of today’s formal talks.
Shehbaz Sharif has also met with several other world leaders this week, including the Emir of Qatar, King Abdullah II of Jordan, and the Presidents of Indonesia and Sri Lanka. These discussions focused on humanitarian issues such as the Gaza ceasefire, regional stability, and strengthening economic and diplomatic ties among Muslim nations.
Political analysts say today’s Oval Office meeting could mark a turning point in bilateral relations. Washington is keen on exploring opportunities to invest in Pakistan’s vast natural gas reserves, while Islamabad is looking for stronger U.S. support in trade, technology transfer, and regional peace initiatives.
The meeting will be closely watched by global observers as it may result in significant policy announcements or joint statements. A White House press briefing is expected to follow, offering further details on any agreements reached during the talks.
