President Donald Trump Praises Role in Pakistan-India Ceasefire, Highlights Pakistan’s Talent and Trade Potential

Washington D.C:U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed that the foreign policy achievement he is most praised for in his career is successfully mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. In a candid interview with American television, President Trump also acknowledged the intellectual prowess of Pakistanis, emphasizing their exceptional ability to create remarkable products.

The U.S. president stated,

> “I’ve had very good discussions with Pakistan. We can’t overlook Pakistan, because after all, you know, it takes two hands to clap.”
> Trump stressed that, while he was confident about India’s position, he also discussed trade with Pakistan, highlighting the country’s desire to expand economic ties with the U.S. He expressed admiration for the ingenuity of the Pakistani people, saying,
> “Pakistanis are very smart people. They make amazing things.”

### U.S.-Pakistan Trade Ties and Potential

President Trump expressed surprise that despite having good relations with Pakistan, the U.S. does not engage in more trade with the country. He reiterated that trade between the two nations should be expanded, particularly given Pakistan’s remarkable capabilities in various industries.

### On the Brink of Nuclear War: Trump’s Diplomatic Efforts

Addressing the tensions between Pakistan and India, President Trump recalled the dangerous escalation in the region, noting that both countries, being major nuclear powers, were on the brink of nuclear conflict.

> “Pakistan and India are not small, they are major nuclear powers. They were at each other’s throats, retaliating, and the situation was escalating with missile strikes. It was on the verge of going nuclear.”

Trump acknowledged the gravity of the situation, calling nuclear war a “disgusting” prospect, and expressed regret that both nations had come so close to such an outcome. He emphasized that the situation was volatile, with increasing hostilities pushing both sides closer to launching nuclear weapons.

### Behind the Scenes: Diplomacy and Trade as Tools for Peace

On his diplomatic efforts, President Trump shared that he had instructed his officials to contact both Pakistan and India, urging them to initiate trade discussions and meetings. He revealed that his strategy was to use trade as a means to diminish hostilities and promote peace between the two nations.

> “I’m using trade to end enmities and to bring peace,” said Trump, highlighting his belief in the power of economic cooperation to resolve longstanding conflicts.

Trump also criticized India for its high tariffs, calling it the country with the most significant tariffs in the world, which made it nearly impossible for others to do business there. However, he pointed out that India was now willing to reduce tariffs with the U.S. by 100%.

This interview sheds light on Trump’s view of international diplomacy, where economic leverage and trade agreements play a pivotal role in resolving conflicts and building bridges between nations.