Pakistani Prime Minister attends US Independence Day function in Islamabad
Islamabad, Hilal Ahmad, June 5, AZERTAC
Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif stated that bilateral relations between the United States and Pakistan are entering a phase of renewed friendship, with close contacts between the two countries being restored. He made the remarks while addressing the US Independence Day function held at the US Embassy in Islamabad. The event was attended by Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, ministers, members of parliament, and diplomats.
The Prime Minister noted that the recent armed conflict between Pakistan and India proved that the “Pahalgam incident was a false flag operation” and credited former US President Donald Trump for playing a decisive role in securing a ceasefire. He added that the incumbent US President has demonstrated beyond doubt that “he is a man for peace and beneficial business deals.”
Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan’s sincere offer of peace was met with aggression, but the country responded with patience and tolerance. He recalled that 33 Pakistanis, including women, children, and elders, were martyred during the Indian aggression on May 6-7.
In its right to self-defense, Pakistan shot down six Indian planes. At that time, US contacts urged that Pakistan’s response was sufficient and called for restoring peace and ceasefire, the Prime Minister noted.
Reiterating the role of President Trump in achieving the ceasefire, the Prime Minister emphasized that he had shown himself to be “a man for peace, promoting peace and beneficial business deals.” He also praised the proactive coordination and support of friendly Middle Eastern countries for Trump’s genuine efforts, expressing hope for a long-lasting ceasefire.
US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker, speaking at the event, highlighted ongoing US efforts to support peace and stability in the region, including diplomatic engagement to ease tensions between Pakistan and India. She noted that the United States was among the first countries to recognize Pakistan’s independence in 1947, and since then, the relationship has evolved from friendship to partnership, grounded in shared values of life, liberty, and opportunity for all.
The US Chargé d’Affaires praised the diplomatic collaboration that helped broker the ceasefire between Pakistan and India, stressing that persistent tensions can find a path to peace when nations stand together. She also echoed President Trump’s appreciation for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir for their leadership and commitment to peace.
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