Washington, July 30, 2025 — In a surprising announcement, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that Pakistan and the United States have entered into a joint agreement to explore and develop the South Asian country’s substantial oil reserves.
Taking to social media, Trump stated, “We have just concluded a Deal with the Country of Pakistan, whereby Pakistan and the United States will work together on developing their massive Oil Reserves.” He added, “We are in the process of choosing the Oil Company that will lead this Partnership. Who knows, maybe they’ll be selling Oil to India some day!”
Although Trump did not provide further specifics, his remarks signal a potentially major shift in U.S.-Pakistan energy cooperation. Pakistan has long expressed interest in foreign investment to develop its natural resources, and this announcement could mark a turning point if formalized and implemented.
The Pakistani embassy in Washington has not yet issued a statement, and there has been no official comment from the U.S. State Department.
Just days earlier, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar hinted that a broader trade agreement between the two countries was imminent. After meeting U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Dar told reporters, “Our teams have been here in Washington, holding virtual and in-person meetings. A special committee has been formed by the prime minister to finalize the framework.”
Both the U.S. State Department and Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry previously emphasized strengthening ties in critical minerals and mining—sectors vital to both economies.
Trump has been known for his aggressive trade diplomacy, often pressuring countries like Pakistan to rebalance trade relations. This oil cooperation could reflect a broader realignment in U.S.-Pakistan ties under Trump’s economic vision.