US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo meets PM Imran in Islamabad

[FuturePAF]

It is not in the best interest of US that Pakistan would become the internally stable growing economy and on the path to progress. Lesson learned from past history of transactional relationship makes enough self-evident, When they need Pakistan, they throw money with conditions, when they don't need us then they put on us the sanctions. They want to see us remain weak and dependent so that it can be forced into compliance with the transactional relationship. Past Pakistani rulers made sure Pakistan remains weak and indebted in compliance with US wishes. Ik and Pak Army has rocked the US boat, he will defend national interest at all cost.

The US needs Pakistan either way, but It needs to be reminded it Needs Pakistan. The US needs a win in Afghanistan, and is some kind framework can be laid out that respects Pakistan's Interests (Durand line, No threat from Afghanistan from new government, Stable power sharing agreement between all parties in Afghanistan, no Indian Interference from Afghanistan, Help in Starting to resolve the Kashmir Issue, etc.) Then Pakistan can try to get the rebels to come to the table. If negotiations start before 2020, it will be a solid achievement for the Apprentice star to use when running for re-election. Pakistan just needs to show hope but with a realistic framework of what it will take to get Pakistan's Cooperation.

 

[BHarwana]

was it necessary to do such a long press conference?

Yep there is much fake propaganda out there.

 

[VCheng]

The US needs Pakistan either way, but It needs to be reminded it Needs Pakistan. The US needs a win in Afghanistan, and is some kind framework can be laid out that respects Pakistan's Interests (Durand line, No threat from Afghanistan from new government, Stable power sharing agreement between all parties in Afghanistan, no Indian Interference from Afghanistan, Help in Starting to resolve the Kashmir Issue, etc.) Then Pakistan can try to get the rebels to come to the table. If negotiations start before 2020, it will be a solid achievement for the Apprentice star to use when running for re-election. Pakistan just needs to show hope but with a realistic framework of what it will take to get Pakistan's Cooperation.

But this "we'll help you with Afghanistan if you help us with Kashmir" approach may not work for many reasons, and it may not be up to USA to keep any other interested party, be it India, or someone else, out of Afghanistan.

 

[BHarwana]

But this "we'll help you with Afghanistan if you help us with Kashmir" approach may not work for many reasons, and it may not be up to USA to keep any other interested party, be it India, or someone else, out of Afghanistan.

A. USA cannot help in Kashmir.
B. Throwing India out of Afghanistan is matter of a week if USA don't gives India cover.

 

[FuturePAF]

was it necessary to do such a long press conference?

You needs clips and sound bites for the consumption of Pakistani Programs for the next weeks, until the next "show and dance".

 

[Path-Finder]

Yep there is much fake propaganda out there.

fair point. with the likes of dawn and geo you have to be careful.

 

[gangsta_rap]

ahhh afkan kee bezati jis tarah kee us say dil khush kardiya hahaha

 

[BHarwana]

fair point. with the likes of dawn and geo you have to be careful.

Now every thing was open and in front of every one from Pompeo landing till he departed. Media access was there and questions answered in the press conference.

 

[CIS-TRANS]

was it necessary to do such a long press conference?

https://twitter.com/x/status/1037366024880959488

 

[Path-Finder]

Now every thing was open and in front of every one from Pompeo landing till he departed. Media access was there and questions answered in the press conference.

He will be speaking in india. lets us not forget you cannot trust them!

 

[INDIAPOSITIVE]

ISLAMABAD: US Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo has urged Pakistan to take sustained and decisive measures against terrorists and militants threatening regional peace and stability.

According to a statement issued by the State Department on Wednesday, Secretary Pompeo met with Prime Minister Imran Khan and other civilian, and military leadership in Islamabad on Wednesday.

He was accompanied by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr. Congratulating the Prime Minister on the formation of his government, the Secretary welcomed the further strengthening of civilian institutions.

Secretary Pompeo also highlighted the importance of the U.S.-Pakistan relationship, and underscored areas of shared interest, such as the expansion of two-way trade and commercial ties.

While meeting with Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Secretary Pompeo discussed the potential for the United States and Pakistan to work together to advance joint priorities, including regional peace and stability.

He also emphasized the value of strong people-to-people ties between "our nations, built on decades of cultural and educational exchanges."

During his meeting with Pakistani Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Bajwa, Secretary Pompeo welcomed the smooth transition of power to a new civilian government, stressing the importance of strong democratic institutions.

Secretary Pompeo also expressed hope for deeper counter terrorism cooperation between our nations.

In all of his meetings, Secretary Pompeo emphasized the important role Pakistan could play in bringing about a negotiated peace in Afghanistan, and conveyed the need for Pakistan to take sustained and decisive measures against terrorists and militants threatening regional peace and stability.


https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/3...-to-take-decisive-measures-against-terrorists

Secretary Pompeo's Meetings in Pakistan

Readout
Office of the Spokesperson
Washington, DC
September 5, 2018

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert:‎

Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met today in Islamabad, Pakistan with Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, and other civilian and military leadership. He was accompanied by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr. Congratulating the Prime Minister on the formation of his government, the Secretary welcomed the further strengthening of civilian institutions. Secretary Pompeo also highlighted the importance of the U.S.-Pakistan relationship, and underscored areas of shared interest, such as the expansion of two-way trade and commercial ties.

While meeting with Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Secretary Pompeo discussed the potential for the United States and Pakistan to work together to advance joint priorities, including regional peace and stability. He also emphasized the value of strong people-to-people ties between our nations, built on decades of cultural and educational exchanges.

During his meeting with Pakistani Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Bajwa, Secretary Pompeo welcomed the smooth transition of power to a new civilian government, stressing the importance of strong democratic institutions. Secretary Pompeo also expressed hope for deeper counter terrorism cooperation between our nations.

In all of his meetings, Secretary Pompeo emphasized the important role Pakistan could play in bringing about a negotiated peace in Afghanistan, and conveyed the need for Pakistan to take sustained and decisive measures against terrorists and militants threatening regional peace and stabilit


https://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2018/09/285708.htm#.W4_0zCfhJHw.twitter

 

[The Eagle]

I just went through the body language. IK completely bowled over Pompeo. Dunford looked annoyed. IK was in his element. Exuding confidence and persona. Total control over his space.

My opinion whatever USA had planned, Pakistan will come out better after this meeting then when Pompeo left Washington.

Talks, words, press releases & all claims of both sides aside; the world has seen the way Pompeo & Co. was received upon arrival. Analysts observes and express the same that compare the way Pakistanis used to welcome friends especially in Pakistan. This gesture alone was enough to deliver the message that whatever "You" had on your mind, "you" planned to come and speak as such or even "you" have some stunts to show; let's sit and talk on at-par level. The welcome at airport is all that one can conclude about current state of affairs as well as what Pakistan said and what we really want.

Look at Dunford that had some other things on mind yet caught by surprise & being boxed aside. Pompeo reaction is totally different presenting pure diplomatic approach & having a good time in friendly environment. Dunford thought will be dictating, as briefed and seems used to read a lot of Trump news, found himself having no room to act like a champ or dictate at all.

 

[smartlion]

Who is the actual ruler of Pakistan a) Bureaucrats b) Judiciary c) Army or d) ISI

 

[Indus Pakistan]

Who is the actual ruler of Pakistan a) Bureaucrats b) Judiciary c) Army or d) ISI

Non. Answer below -


Me

 

[The Eagle]

Who is the actual ruler of Pakistan a) Bureaucrats b) Judiciary c) Army or d) ISI

Come back when you learn to ask the right question otherwise, you can keep your silence and learn.