In a remarkable development in Pakistan-U.S. relations, President Donald Trump is set to meet Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal General Asim Munir, today at the White House. Top security sources from Pakistan and official confirmation from the White House have verified this high-level engagement.
The much-anticipated meeting will take place over a private lunch in the Cabinet Room of the White House. While the media will not be allowed to attend the session, officials suggest that President Trump may share details of the meeting through a press statement or his social media platforms. This encounter marks the first official in-person meeting between President Trump and any high-ranking Pakistani leader since he assumed office.
Kashmir Issue Likely to Be Discussed
This historic engagement follows General Asim Munir’s recent address to the Pakistani-American community in Washington, D.C., where he praised President Trump for raising the Kashmir issue. The Army Chief hinted that significant geopolitical developments are expected in the coming days. The timing of this meeting is crucial, especially after President Trump returned early from his Canada visit due to the escalating Middle East situation and did not meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the trip.
Strategic Cooperation in Minerals and Technology
During his speech, General Munir disclosed that the U.S. is currently exploring a $400–$500 billion minerals agreement with Ukraine. He highlighted that Pakistan possesses mineral reserves worth over $1 trillion and invited the U.S. to invest in these resources. According to the Army Chief, such cooperation could generate $10–$15 billion annually for the next 100 years, provided the processing is done within Pakistan, which would also create employment opportunities.
Crypto, AI, and the Future of Tech Collaboration
General Munir further revealed that an agreement between the Pakistan Crypto Council and the American Crypto Council is on the table. Pakistan plans to play a strategic role in crypto mining, and the two countries are also expected to collaborate on developing artificial intelligence data centers in Pakistan.
This meeting could signal a new era of bilateral cooperation spanning security, economic investment, and technology partnerships.
