US President Donald Trump has signed a major trade agreement with Pakistan, after which there is an atmosphere of happiness in Pakistan. In such a situation, it is natural to raise the question that why Trump, who called Pakistan a “shelter of terrorists” in his first term, has become so kind now? Is it only for business reasons or is there a big strategy hidden behind it? And what will be the effect on Indo-US relations?
The first question is why Trump has an inclination towards Pakistan? The answer is America’s strategic interest. In fact, China’s influence in South Asia is growing rapidly, especially through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). The US wants to balance China’s growing influence by compromising with Pakistan. In addition, Pakistan’s role has become important after the return of American troops from Afghanistan. America does not want to disappoint Pakistan as it has an impact on the Taliban and other radical groups. In addition, Donald Trump wants Pakistan to become a big market for American products and future energy trade (such as oil and gas) hub. This is why he said, “One day Pakistan will sell oil to India.” This is a sign of an American plan to establish Pakistan as a regional energy supplier.
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The second question is why Pakistan is bound to be happy with Trump’s kindness? The answer is that Trump’s decision will give Pakistan a better opportunity to sell its products in the US market, which will increase its export income. At the same time, US investment will increase in Pakistan under the agreement, especially in infrastructure, IT, mining and energy sectors. In addition, the agreement with a big country like America strengthens the international credibility of Pakistan, especially when it is struggling with economic crisis.
The third question is, what will be the impact on Indo-US relations with the agreement between the US-Pakistan? The answer is clear. Actually India and the United States are based on extensive strategic and defense cooperation. This agreement will not weaken these relationships, but the growing American activism in Pakistan is definitely a matter of concern for India. It seems that the US wants to play the role of “balanced power” in South Asia. At the same time, by supporting Pakistan, he also wants to create indirect pressure on India. If Pakistan gets special benefits in the US market, it can increase competition for Indian exporters in some areas.
The fourth question is whether Pakistan will promote terrorism with this money? The answer is- this is the biggest risk that America is not worrying. Given the history of Pakistan, it is not wrong that additional financial resources can reach terrorist organizations. Therefore, India will have to be cautious and the issue will have to be raised in front of America that Pakistan should not instigate terrorism.
The fifth question is why Trump changed his perception about Pakistan? Let us remind you that in his first term, Trump described Pakistan as a shelter of terrorists. But today they see Pakistan as an energy hub. There is some reason behind this, the economic interests of America. In fact, the market and geopolitical status of 24 million people of Pakistan is important for America. Along with this, America’s priority is to prevent Pakistan from going completely under the influence of China. At the same time, in the view of Trump, Pakistan can become a route to bring energy from Central Asia and West Asia to India in future.
Now the question arises that what will India have to do? If seen, India will have to deepen its strategic and economic cooperation with the US. At the same time, Pakistan will have to monitor the US investment and ensure that it does not promote terrorism. In addition, India will have to make its exports competitive to reduce the impact of the concessions of Pakistan in the US market. There is no doubt that this agreement is a big economic opportunity for Pakistan and a warning for India.
That’s why Pakistan is joying happily. As far as the main points of the agreement between the US-Pakistan agreement are concerned, let us tell you that Washington D.C. There was a historic trade agreement between Pakistan and the US, which is being considered as the new era of economic cooperation between the two countries. The agreement aims to promote bilateral trade, expand access to markets, draw investment and strengthen cooperation in areas of mutual interests. The agreement was reached during a meeting between Pakistan Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutynik and US trade representative Ambassador Jemisson Greer. Pakistan Commerce Secretary Jawad Paul and Pakistan Ambassador to the US Rizwan Saeed Sheikh were also present at the meeting. US President Donald Trump announced this trade agreement on Truth Social. Let us also tell you that this agreement has been reached just after the meeting of Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Under this agreement, mutual fees will be reduced between the two countries, especially the fees on Pakistani exports will be reduced. This will give Pakistan an opportunity to make better competition in the US market. Let us also tell you that this agreement is not limited to business only. Under this, cooperation will be promoted in energy, mining and minerals, IT, cryptocurrency and many other areas. American investment in Pakistan is expected to increase after this agreement, especially in infrastructure and development projects. Also, this agreement is an important step towards further extending the scope of Pakistan-US economic relations. Now there are also plans to increase these partnerships to the level of US states. It is believed that Pakistan will get more access to American markets. Also, American companies will get an opportunity to increase investment and business opportunities in Pakistan.
However, Pakistan, which is struggling with serious economic challenges, can now get some relief from better reach and investment to the US market. But this agreement will give a new dimension to Pakistan-US relations, but the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) can damage the ongoing work on existing cooperation structures. But Trump’s thinking that Pakistan will one day sell oil to India, it is just an exaggeration because the country which has already extracted oil will never be able to become an oil seller.