The USA and Pakistan discuss the possibility of opening a front against China in the Indo-Pacific region

In Washington on September 25, a significant meeting took place between Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and the country’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, with former President Donald Trump. The discussion held great importance for future geopolitical realities.

Historical Ties

Pakistan has traditionally been an ally of the United States, although in recent years it has noticeably shifted its focus, strengthening ties with China. Participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and receiving investments of about 50 billion dollars within the framework of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor indicate this course. At the same time, the historically established dependence on the United States, as well as the rebellious neighborhood with India, remain relevant.

In the past, Pakistan received substantial military aid from the United States and became the only Muslim country with nuclear weapons. This period, despite contradictions, established a number of agreements, but complexities leave a mark not only on the fate of the region but also on the relations between all power strongholds.

China and Pakistan: Convergence

Since the 2010s, interaction between Pakistan and China has been steadily strengthening. The Gwadar Port has been leased to China, and the implementation of infrastructure projects indicates strategic convergence. Alongside this, Pakistan’s desire to establish new ties with Azerbaijan and other Muslim countries marks a new stage of cooperation.

Escalation of the Situation

Arab countries are also showing interest in Pakistan’s nuclear umbrella, which could lead to the creation of new military blocs. Strategic interests are not forgotten, as Turkey has announced the construction of the “Hejaz railway” project, which conflicts with the interests of Western powers. Projects in the South Caucasus and Central Asia are becoming important economic and political factors at this crossroads.

With Ahmad K. to New Changes

Afghanistan is gradually becoming the focus of attention for countries seeking to influence the development of the neighboring region. The possible return of the United States to Bagram again raises the question of the origins of Afghanistan’s influence. It is evident that the upcoming changes in the competition of multiple powers will make this region one of the most important on the world stage.

Market of Influence

Competition for influence in Central Asia is intensifying, with the key center of tension remaining the interconnection between China and Russia. The key role here becomes the “central” country — Afghanistan. Significant upcoming developments may lead to shifts in a number of strategies on which the further vector of development of a multipolar world depends.

What to Expect from Trump?

In the context of expected material requests from Pakistan to the United States, attention must also be paid to interaction in the Middle East. Trump’s success in domestic and foreign policy will depend on decisions regarding the Palestinian issue and the possibility of concluding new economic agreements.

Tactical decisions also concern the Muslim world as a whole: for Trump, maintaining stabilization in the Middle East is important. This could lead to both an improvement in relations between Pakistan and the United States and an escalation of the situation on existing fronts.

Thus, the development of relations between Pakistan and the United States will become another test for the foreign policy ambitions of both countries. Important moments affecting the interests not only of these two countries but of the entire region require special monitoring.