Pakistan's leaders dread US Democrats' win but its households are praying for it: Reuters
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s leaders spent two years courting US President Donald Trump, but after the Democrats’ win in Tuesday’s congressional vote, they are preparing for scrutiny of their access to the White House. Ordinary Pakistanis see the result differently. Many hope the shift in Washington will ease a cost-of-living crisis intensified by the US-Israel war on Iran. Residents interviewed by…
Pakistan's leaders invested significant effort in cultivating relationships with the United States during Donald Trump's presidency. However, following the Democrats' victory in the recent congressional elections, these leaders are bracing for increased scrutiny over their access to the White House. For everyday Pakistanis, the shift in political power holds a more hopeful outlook.
Many individuals interviewed by Reuters expressed optimism that the change in Washington could alleviate the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, notably aggravated by the US-Israel conflict with Iran. Residents from Karachi, such as Sajjad Ali and Asim Zafar, emphasized their desire for peace, economic improvement, and a reduction in rising oil prices, which are heavily impacting households in this populous South Asian nation.
Despite Pakistan's efforts to mediate the Iran war and foster cooperation with the United States, analysts suggest that the benefits for the nation have remained limited. While the US Export-Import Bank approved funds for a major copper and gold project, Islamabad's request for a substantial US Treasury facility remains unfulfilled.
Moreover, Pakistan's engagement with Trump's administration, including involvement with his family members and close associates, now poses potential political risks, given the possibility of congressional investigations into these arrangements.
Written by urgent.news from Business Recorder's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
