PM Shehbaz Hails ‘Special’ US Ties, Praises Trump’s Peacemaking Role

Updated: 11:58 AM PKT — June 5, 2026

According to a US media report, Pakistan has become an unexpected but crucial ally for the United States, emerging as a key diplomatic mediator during the 2026 US-Iran war. The report highlights Pakistan’s pivotal role in ceasefire efforts and in facilitating negotiations between Washington and Tehran.

Field Marshal Asim Munir was reportedly instrumental in securing an initial ceasefire, and Islamabad hosted the first high-level talks between the US and Iran since 1979. Pakistan’s position as the sole Muslim nuclear power made it an acceptable mediator for both sides. The report also notes that reaching a permanent agreement remains a challenge, with Pakistan potentially facing renewed US pressure if a lasting resolution is not achieved.

Updated: 10:56 AM PKT — June 5, 2026

At a ceremony marking the 250th US Independence Anniversary, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that the Pakistan-US relationship is expanding beyond its traditional security partnership towards a broader engagement rooted in people-to-people links, education, and economic opportunity. He highlighted historical American contributions to Pakistan’s development, such as the Green Revolution and Tarbela Dam, and noted the positive role of the Pakistani-American community.

Echoing the sentiment, US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker credited President Donald Trump’s leadership with elevating the relationship to a “genuine strategic partnership.” Baker also praised Pakistan for its unique role in facilitating high-level talks between Washington and Tehran. The Prime Minister also noted that Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a productive meeting in Washington last week to discuss bilateral and regional cooperation.

Updated: 5:50 AM PKT — June 5, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has positioned Pakistan as a “sincere mediator” between the United States and Iran, thanking both nations for their trust in Islamabad. The offer was made during an event in the capital where the prime minister also praised Chief of Defence Forces Syed Asim Munir for his efforts in advancing regional peace and stability.

Speaking at the same event, US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker acknowledged Pakistan’s growing diplomatic relevance, noting that Islamabad had hosted high-level talks between the US and Iran. She described the bilateral relationship as a strategic partnership grounded in shared interests, including trade, investment, and security.

Updated: 3:49 AM PKT — June 5, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has pledged that the upcoming budget will include measures to provide relief to the general public, stating that efforts are underway to bring the country’s informal economy into the tax net.

During a consultative meeting with leading industrialists and businessmen, the prime minister also highlighted the government’s focus on expanding the industrial, agricultural, and information technology sectors to generate employment and foster long-term economic stability.

Updated: 12:17 AM PKT — June 5, 2026

Speaking at an event marking the 250th anniversary of US independence, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the depth of the Pakistan-US relationship, noting it spans eight decades and that the US was among the first nations to recognise Pakistan.

The prime minister emphasised the strong ties in trade, investment, and counter-terrorism, and recalled US assistance in Pakistan’s green revolution. He also pointed to the significant people-to-people connections, with thousands of Pakistani graduates training in the US and a diaspora of one million who consider America their second home.