WASHINGTON:
Pakistan has reasserted its diplomatic influence in Washington as Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir concluded a high-profile four-day visit to the United States. The visit included strategic meetings at the Pentagon and Capitol Hill and a rare White House luncheon hosted by President Donald Trump, signaling a significant warming of ties.
Trump hinted at assigning Pakistan a peacemaker role in the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, praising Islamabad’s understanding of the region. After the US leg of his trip, Munir flew directly to Türkiye to attend an OIC summit, further positioning Pakistan as a regional stabilizer.
In a symbolic gesture, Pakistan announced it would nominate Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, crediting him with defusing a recent India-Pakistan standoff. Trump also reiterated his offer to mediate on Kashmir — a proposal warmly received in Islamabad but rejected by New Delhi.
Munir’s tone and confidence throughout the visit reflected a long-term strategic vision. Whether this marks a diplomatic reset or a tactical recalibration, Pakistan is clearly reclaiming influence on the global stage.
