POLITICS & POLICY MAKING

Former U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly expected to visit Pakistan in September, with some local television channels citing unnamed sources claiming he may travel to India afterward.
According to these unconfirmed reports, Trump will first arrive in Islamabad, followed by a visit to New Delhi—though neither Washington nor Islamabad has officially confirmed the trip.
Speaking to Dawn.com, a spokesperson for Pakistan's Foreign Office (FO) stated:
“We have no information about this matter.”
Similarly, a U.S. Embassy spokesperson in Islamabad told Reuters:
“We have nothing to announce,” adding that the White House would be the appropriate source for confirmation of Trump’s travel schedule.
Strengthening US-Pakistan Ties
Speculation about the visit follows a significant development last month, when Trump hosted Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, at the White House. The unprecedented meeting marked a notable improvement in US-Pakistan relations, which have experienced ups and downs over the past decade.
Regional Context and the Quad Summit
The reports of Trump’s visit come as India prepares to host the annual summit of the Quad—a strategic security dialogue between the United States, India, Australia, and Japan, formed to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific.
While the exact dates for the Quad summit have yet to be announced, diplomatic activity is expected to intensify in the region over the coming months.
Wait for Official Word
Despite media speculation, both Pakistani and American officials remain silent on any formal plans. Until confirmation emerges from the White House or the Foreign Office, Trump’s potential visit remains speculative.