Shehbaz Sharif and Marco Rubio Discuss Strengthening Pakistan-US Relations in Phone Call
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio had a positive discussion on enhancing bilateral ties between Pakistan and the United States, focusing on trade and economic cooperation. They also touched upon regional matters and expressed mutual commitment to peace and stability.
A telephonic conversation was held between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on June 26, 2025.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to strengthen bilateral relations between Pakistan and the United States, focusing on boosting trade and economic cooperation.
During the call, both sides had a warm exchange of views on regional and bilateral matters. The Prime Minister appreciated President Donald Trump's leadership in facilitating a ceasefire between Iran and Israel and thanked Washington for its role in securing a ceasefire between Pakistan and India.
The leaders discussed the evolving situation in the Middle East, with PM Shehbaz reaffirming Pakistan's commitment to peace and stability. Secretary Rubio acknowledged Pakistan's efforts and expressed the US government's willingness to continue close coordination.
Pakistan and the United States are working to finalize trade talks next week to avoid steep US duties on Pakistani exports and reset relations on a more commercially grounded footing.
Both countries co-hosted a webinar to promote investment in Pakistan's minerals sector, focusing on the Reko Diq copper-gold project. The US Export-Import Bank is reviewing financing proposals for possible investment in the project.
According to the source: The Express Tribune.
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