WASHINGTON: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Washington to attend a high level peace summit convened by former US president Donald Trump. The meeting informally described as a Board of Peace summit is expected to deliberate on a Gaza ceasefire framework a reported five billion dollar US pledge for reconstruction and broader stabilisation efforts in the conflict affected territory.
Pakistan role in security framework under focus
Diplomatic sources indicate that discussions may include the structure of a potential international security force and Pakistan possible participation. Several Muslim majority states are understood to be cautious about assuming combat oriented responsibilities while questions of political legitimacy persist given the absence of direct Palestinian representation at the forum.
Strategic and domestic considerations
Experts including Akbar Ahmed observe that the prime minister engagement unfolds amid complex domestic and geopolitical dynamics. Balancing civil military coordination managing political contestation at home and navigating evolving US China expectations present layered challenges. Observers note that outcomes of the summit may influence Pakistan diplomatic posture in post conflict Gaza and shape its wider regional profile at a sensitive juncture.
