In June, Field Marshal Asim Munir met the US President at the White House.
US President Trump to Visit Pakistan. Well, this is a big news since the last US President who came to Pakistan was President Bush when Pakistan was a non-NATO ally of the United States. Thus, U.S. President Donald Trump is set to make a historic visit to Pakistan on September 18, 2025, officials shared on Thursday.
His aircraft will enter Pakistan through Indian airspace, signaling a notable shift in regional diplomacy. This development follows a recent high-level meeting between Trump and Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, in Washington.
Interestingly, Pakistan’s government also recommended President Trump for Nobel Peace Prize after the meeting.
Trump-Munir Meeting
In June, Field Marshal Munir met Trump at the White House for a bilateral engagement. The meeting included lunch in the Cabinet Room, followed by discussions in the Oval Office.
During the talks, both leaders focused on regional peace, counter-terrorism, and economic cooperation. Trump was accompanied by Secretary of State Senator Marco Rubio and U.S. Special Representative Steve Witkoff. Field Marshal Munir was joined by Pakistan’s National Security Advisor, strengthening the bilateral scope of the meeting.
Importantly, Field Marshal Asim Munir appreciated Trump’s active role in brokering a ceasefire between Pakistan and India during the recent standoff. He also lauded Trump’s strategic vision in navigating global security challenges. In response, Trump praised Pakistan’s consistent efforts toward peace and counter-terrorism in South Asia.
Furthermore, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation in counter-terrorism operations. Beyond security matters, they explored new areas for economic and technological collaboration.
The discussions included key sectors like trade, mining, energy, and economic development. Moreover, Trump and Munir discussed advancements in artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency, and technology transfer. Trump expressed strong interest in building a strategic trade partnership with Pakistan for the long term.
Although the meeting was initially planned for one hour, it extended to over two hours, showing the depth of engagement. As a result, this dialogue marked a major step forward in strengthening Pakistan-U.S. relations. In conclusion, both countries remain committed to regional peace, mutual security, and economic prosperity through deeper cooperation.
He acknowledged Field Marshal Munir’s firm leadership amid complex regional challenges. To cement the growing ties, Munir invited Trump to visit Pakistan, which Trump accepted in principle.
The Government of Pakistan will finalize the visit schedule at a mutually suitable time. However, some media sources claim that the visit will take place in September 2025.
