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US President Donald Trump on Thursday suggested he may consider visiting Pakistan if a peace deal with Iran is successfully reached. He remarked that Islamabad has been “great” in recent diplomatic efforts and praised its leadership for their role in ongoing regional discussions. Trump’s statement comes amid reports of a possible second round of peace talks between Washington and Tehran, again mediated by Pakistan. The first round of negotiations, held on April 11, had failed to yield any agreement.

Trump Hints At Pakistan Visit

Speaking to reporters in Washington DC, Trump hinted at a possible step forward in reducing tensions between the US and Iran. He praised Pakistan’s leadership for their efforts in mediating talks, while adding that he might visit the country if a truce is achieved. “I would go to Pakistan. Pakistan has been great. They’ve been so good. If a deal is signed in Islamabad, I might go. Field Marshal has been great. The Prime Minister has been really great.” If Trump visits Pakistan, it would be the first visit by a sitting US president to the country since 2006.

 

 

Why It Matters To India?

As the ceasefire deadline nears, the world is closely following the developments in the Middle East. If a deal is reached, it will help in stabilising the region and ease pressure on global energy routes like the Strait of Hormuz. This will significantly impact many countries, including India, who depend on Gulf nations to meet its energy needs. A large share of India’s crude oil and LPG comes from countries like Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the UAE, and Qatar. This dependence calls for stability in West Asia to ensure energy supplies to New Delhi.

Moreover, a permanent deal over the Strait of Hormuz would ensure smooth movement of vessels, ensuring faster delivery of energy supplies. It will also help in reducing uncertainty in trade routes and bring down extra costs caused by detours and delays. Therefore, any improvement in Iran-US relations, even if mediated by Pakistan, could ease pressure on oil supply routes.

However, Islamabad’s involvement in high-level diplomacy is also a point of concern for India. Its close relations with Washington may add a new layer in regional geopolitics in South Asia. There are chances that Pakistan may use this moment to strengthen its profile at an international level amid its conflict with India. It is also likely that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif led Pakistan government may use negotiations to shape a narrative that might not favour New Delhi’s strategic interests.

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