Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir is expected to meet President Donald Trump at the White House soon, with Gaza emerging as a central focus of their talks.
Asim Munir, the commander of Pakistan’s army and the most powerful figure in the country, is expected to hold another meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House, marking their third meeting in the past six months.
Trump’s primary objective is to press Munir to commit Pakistani forces to a proposed international stabilization force in the Gaza Strip. From Washington’s perspective, Pakistan’s large, experienced military could play a key role in shaping any post-war security framework in Gaza.
For Munir, the meeting comes amid efforts to repair years of strained relations between Washington and Islamabad. Seeking to improve ties with the US, Munir is expected to face heavy pressure from Trump to cooperate.