By Iftikhar Mashwani
ISLAMABAD: The Vice President of the United States, JD Vance, is expected to visit Pakistan later this week probably on Friday, according to official sources, in a move seen as diplomatically significant amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
The visit comes at a critical time as efforts intensify to de-escalate the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.
Diplomatic sources indicate that the high-level engagement may focus on regional security, peace initiatives, and Pakistan’s recent offer to host negotiations between Washington and Tehran.
Officials in Islamabad have not yet released a detailed schedule, but the visit is likely to include meetings with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and other senior government and military leaders.
Key issues on the agenda are expected to include bilateral relations, counterterrorism cooperation, and the evolving situation in the Middle East.
The trip underscores Washington’s growing reliance on regional partners to facilitate dialogue and stability.
Pakistan has recently reiterated its willingness to play a constructive role in promoting peace, particularly by offering to host talks aimed at resolving the ongoing crisis.
Analysts view the visit as part of broader diplomatic efforts by the United States to engage key allies and explore pathways toward reducing tensions in the region especially US,Iran war.
Further details are expected to emerge as the visit approaches.
