US President Donald Trump stated on April 17 that he would contemplate a visit to Pakistan if a peace agreement between the United States and Iran were established there. This reflects Islamabad’s growing role in current negotiations, according to Trump’s comments made at the White House.

“I would go to Pakistan, yeah,” Trump told reporters while en route to Las Vegas, Nevada. He indicated that there have been discussions about his potential travel to Pakistan, particularly if a deal is finalised in the capital city.

During his speech, Trump acknowledged Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating the dialogue between the United States and Iran. He remarked on the effectiveness of Pakistani intermediaries, stating, “They have been so great.” This recognition highlights the importance of Pakistan in the negotiations process.

Optimism About Negotiation Progress with Iran

Trump conveyed optimism regarding the ongoing negotiations with Iran, suggesting that a deal might be announced shortly, which could have significant economic implications. He expressed confidence in the current discussions, indicating that both nations are moving towards a favourable outcome.

The President suggested that successful negotiations could lead to lower oil prices, stating, “If it happens, it’ll be announced fairly soon, and that’ll give us free oil, free Hormuz Strait, everything will be nice.” He noted that reductions in fuel prices were already observable as the diplomatic efforts progressed.

Moreover, President Trump addressed concerns about inflation, claiming he inherited the highest prices in the history of the United States. He expressed determination to reduce these figures considerably, stating that the current gas prices are already showing signs of easing.

Pakistan’s Diplomatic Engagement with Iran

In the context of these discussions, Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir met with Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf in Tehran on the same day. This engagement signifies an increase in diplomatic efforts aimed at reviving the stalled US-Iran negotiations.

Muhammad Munir’s visit follows his arrival in Tehran on Wednesday, where he was received by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The interactions are strategically aimed at setting the groundwork for a potential second round of talks, especially given that earlier discussions had not yielded significant progress.

Key issues remain unresolved, such as the length of a uranium enrichment freeze and the management of Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium. Reports suggest that Munir is also expected to travel to Washington as part of Pakistan’s ongoing mediation efforts in the negotiation process.

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