US President Joe Biden’s Assurance to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
On March 29, US President Joe Biden wrote a letter to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, expressing full support for his government.
Contents of the Letter
- President Biden assured the newly elected Prime Minister of Pakistan that the US fully backs Shehbaz Sharif’s government.
- The ties between the two nations are deemed important for bilateral and regional peace and security.
Key Points from the Letter
“The enduring partnership between our nations remains critical to ensuring the security of our people—and people around the world—and the United States will continue to stand with Pakistan to tackle the most pressing global and regional challenges of our time,” Biden wrote according to the contents of the letter shared by the US Embassy.
President Biden highlighted the shared vision for a future of greater health security, economic growth, and access to education for all. The US-Pakistan “Green Alliance” framework aims to strengthen climate resilience, support sustainable agriculture and water management, and assist with Pakistan’s recovery from the devastating floods in 2022. Additionally, the United States remains committed to working with Pakistan to protect human rights and promote progress.
“Together, we will continue to forge a strong partnership between our nations, and a close bond between our people,” the letter concluded.
Significance of the Letter for Pakistan
Given the strained relations between Islamabad and the White House, this letter holds significant importance for Pakistan’s government. The US-Pakistan ties have experienced fluctuations following the withdrawal of international forces from Afghanistan. Former Prime Minister Imran Khan had accused Washington of collaborating with Pakistan’s military to orchestrate his removal from office through a vote of no-confidence.