Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is meeting President Donald Trump at the White House, with Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir in the room.
Talks begin in Washington with security and regional issues at the centre
High level Pakistan United States talks are underway as Prime Minister Shehbaz and Field Marshal Asim Munir meet President Trump.
Officials expect a focused discussion on regional stability, counterterrorism cooperation, and economic ties.
The presence of Pakistan’s top military leader signals a strong security track within the agenda. As the meeting opened, both sides also prepared to review next steps for broader cooperation.
President Trump praises Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir as great leaders
Soon before the engagement began, President Trump hailed Prime Minister Shehbaz and Field Marshal Asim Munir as great leaders.
He highlighted their roles in guiding Pakistan’s development and security priorities.
Islamabad welcomed the remarks and called them a positive signal for future collaboration. The comments added momentum to an already busy sequence of bilateral contacts.
Prime minister lands in Washington as official welcome sets a cordial tone
Earlier in the day, the prime minister arrived in Washington with a high level delegation.
United States officials received him warmly and moved quickly to manage the packed schedule.
The visit, confirmed by the Prime Minister’s Office Media Wing, underscored the intent to strengthen ties.
As the motorcade formed up, aides framed the trip as an opportunity to align goals on security and growth.
Red carpet reception at Andrews and swift movement toward central Washington
On arrival at Andrews Air Force Base, a senior United States Air Force official greeted the prime minister on the red carpet.
The delegation then departed under a tight security escort and headed toward central Washington.
The schedule placed a stop at the White House shortly afterwards.
Rapid pace of contacts marks a third meeting in two days as officials confirm the agenda
This session amounts to the third interaction between the two leaders in two days.
The fast pace signals intensified outreach during a crowded diplomatic week.
United States officials had already confirmed the bilateral meeting earlier in the day, which helped fix expectations on outcomes.
As the conversation unfolds, both sides aim to underline priorities, expand trade and investment channels, and keep communication steady on regional flashpoints.
In the coming hours, brief statements are expected to summarise progress and outline immediate follow ups.
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