{"id":47314,"date":"2025-06-06T08:19:45","date_gmt":"2025-06-06T08:19:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/?p=47314"},"modified":"2025-06-06T08:19:45","modified_gmt":"2025-06-06T08:19:45","slug":"pm-sharif-pak-us-ties-are-entering-a-new-era-of-cooperation-and-understanding-charge-daffaires-appreciates-gov-field-marshal-for-choosing-peace-with-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pm-sharif-pak-us-ties-are-entering-a-new-era-of-cooperation-and-understanding-charge-daffaires-appreciates-gov-field-marshal-for-choosing-peace-with-india\/","title":{"rendered":"PM Sharif ; Pak US Ties are Entering a \u201cNew Era\u201d of Cooperation and Understanding &#8211; Charg\u00e9 d\u2019Affaires Appreciates Gov &#038; Field Marshal for Choosing Peace with India"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47317 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pakistan-USA-Islamabad-e1749197651699.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"321\" \/>ISLAMABAD: 04 June 2025 &#8211; Prime Minister Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif has extended greetings to the United States on its 249th Independence Day, stating that bilateral ties are entering a \u201cnew era\u201d of cooperation and understanding.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Speaking at a ceremony hosted by the US Embassy in Islamabad on Wednesday, he congratulated the American people and expressed Pakistan\u2019s commitment to further strengthening relations between the two nations.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOn the 249th Independence Day of the United States, I extend heartfelt congratulations,\u201d Sharif said. \u201cWe are committed to further strengthening our relations, and both countries are entering a new era of partnership, particularly in areas like trade, agriculture, education, and healthcare,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>He mentioned the shared democratic values between the two nations, citing the wisdom of the US founding fathers and their alignment with the ideals of Pakistan\u2019s founder, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.<\/p>\n<p>During his address, the prime minister also thanked US President Donald Trump for his role in facilitating a ceasefire. He praised Trump&#8217;s dedication to peace and economic growth, highlighting that Trump\u2019s belief in promoting global peace had led to de-escalation between Pakistan and India.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u201cPresident Trump has shown, beyond a doubt, that he is a man of peace, advocating for trade, investment, and a de-escalation of conflict,&#8221; he added.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>On the topic of Pakistan\u2019s sacrifices in the war on terror, the prime minister reminded the audience of Pakistan\u2019s struggle and the losses it had endured since the 9\/11 attacks.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe lost nearly 90,000 lives and faced economic losses of $150 billion, yet Pakistan&#8217;s resolve to fight terrorism in all its forms remains unwavering,&#8221; Sharif said.<\/p>\n<p>The PM further said the four-day armed conflict with India confirmed that the Pahalgam incident was a &#8220;false flag operation&#8221; orchestrated by India. He stated that had the incident been genuine, India should have provided credible evidence to the global community.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"sZ4hqr00Nl\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/president-xi-urges-us-to-handle-the-taiwan-question-with-prudence-president-trump-assures-to-honor-one-china-policy\/\">President Xi urges US to Handle the Taiwan Question with Prudence : President Trump Assures to Honor One China Policy<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;President Xi urges US to Handle the Taiwan Question with Prudence : President Trump Assures to Honor One China Policy&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/president-xi-urges-us-to-handle-the-taiwan-question-with-prudence-president-trump-assures-to-honor-one-china-policy\/embed\/#?secret=xjHNIhYEWn#?secret=sZ4hqr00Nl\" data-secret=\"sZ4hqr00Nl\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Sharif reiterated that Pakistan had offered a &#8220;transparent and credible international probe&#8221; into the attack, but the offer had been met with &#8220;aggression&#8221; by India.<\/p>\n<p>He pointed to Pakistan\u2019s restraint, despite India\u2019s attack on Pakistan\u2019s territory in early May, resulting in 33 Pakistani martyrs, including children and elderly civilians.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Pakistan\u2019s right to self-defence was exercised when six Indian planes were shot down. This was a justified response, and the international community, especially US officials, urged both sides to de-escalate,&#8221; he said.<\/p>\n<p>He stressed Pakistan\u2019s commitment to peace and de-escalation but noted India\u2019s aggression despite Pakistan&#8217;s genuine offers to resolve the situation diplomatically.<\/p>\n<p>The prime minister also acknowledged the support of Middle Eastern nations in promoting the ceasefire, expressing hope for a long-lasting peace.<\/p>\n<p>He concluded by expressing his hope that Pakistan and the US would continue to build on their longstanding ties, with further growth in bilateral trade.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"oxSD31ANHM\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/bringing-the-best-of-america-to-pakistan-by-natalie-baker\/\">Bringing the Best of America to Pakistan &#8211; by Natalie Baker<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Bringing the Best of America to Pakistan &#8211; by Natalie Baker&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/bringing-the-best-of-america-to-pakistan-by-natalie-baker\/embed\/#?secret=Q8xgSWk7us#?secret=oxSD31ANHM\" data-secret=\"oxSD31ANHM\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong>US Charg\u00e9 d\u2019Affaires to Pakistan Natalie Baker<\/strong> extended a warm welcome to guests at the celebration marking the 249th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.<\/p>\n<p>She praised Pakistan\u2019s rich culture, warmth, and growing partnership with the US over the past 78 years. She highlighted shared values of liberty, equality, and self-government, noting that both nations have worked together on various fronts, including education, health, and security.<\/p>\n<p>Baker emphasised the significant milestones in the US-Pakistan relationship, including military cooperation, counterterrorism efforts, and joint economic ventures.<\/p>\n<p><strong>She applauded Pakistan\u2019s role in facilitating peace between India and Pakistan and recognised the leadership of PM Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir in choosing peace. She expressed optimism for continued growth in trade, innovation, and diplomatic ties.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The US Charg\u00e9 d\u2019Affaires also celebrated the US spirit of adventure and resilience, symbolised by a country-western twist to the evening\u2019s festivities, which included American food and music.<\/p>\n<p>She concluded by reaffirming the strength of the US-Pakistan partnership and looking forward to even greater cooperation in the future. The ambassador closed with gratitude to PM Sharif and Pakistani officials, wishing for continued friendship and prosperity between the two nations.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"Q9wU8oX85G\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-may-2025\/\">Pakistan in the World \u2013 May 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Pakistan in the World \u2013 May 2025&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-may-2025\/embed\/#?secret=4K8SGjqsCc#?secret=Q9wU8oX85G\" data-secret=\"Q9wU8oX85G\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD: 04 June 2025 &#8211; Prime Minister Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif has extended greetings to the United States on its 249th Independence Day, stating that bilateral ties are entering a \u201cnew era\u201d of cooperation and understanding. 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