The U.S. is in the process of choosing the Oil Company that will lead this Partnership.
A few hours after announcing 25% tariffs and other penalties on Indian products, Donald Trump shared another update on the ongoing trade negotiations. In his post on Truth Social, the President of the U.S. shared that many countries want to make the U.S. "extremely happy." with their offers. He also mentioned the U.S.'s new partnership with Pakistan under which the former will assist in building oil reserves in Pakistan.
In a striking development, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed on Wednesday (local time) that the United States has entered into a trade partnership with Pakistan focused on developing the country's untapped oil reserves. The announcement came just hours after Trump imposed a 25% tariff and additional penalties on Indian imports, citing New Delhi’s trade surplus with Washington and continued purchase of Russian oil.
Taking to his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump wrote, “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.”
According to the post, both nations are currently in the process of selecting the oil company that will lead the joint development project. While specific details on the scope or timeline of the partnership remain undisclosed, Trump floated the idea that this initiative might eventually lead to energy trade between Pakistan and India.
“Who knows, maybe they’ll be selling Oil to India some day!” Trump added, in a remark that is likely to be viewed as both a business overture and a geopolitical message aimed at New Delhi.
The announcement marks a shift in Washington’s energy diplomacy in South Asia, particularly at a time when U.S.-India trade relations are strained. Trump's move to partner with Pakistan — often criticised in India for harbouring cross-border terrorism — may further complicate bilateral ties.
Trump’s post also laid out the broader context of ongoing trade negotiations. The former president, currently serving a second term, claimed that the White House is “very busy” working on multiple trade deals with various countries. He emphasised that many nations are now offering tariff concessions to maintain favourable access to the American market.
“I have spoken to the Leaders of many Countries, all of whom want to make the United States ‘extremely happy,’” Trump said, adding that he would be meeting with the South Korean trade delegation later in the day.
South Korea is currently subject to a 25% tariff on certain goods, but, according to Trump, has proposed a deal to lower those rates. He also mentioned that additional offers for tariff reductions were being made by other countries, all aimed at narrowing the U.S. trade deficit.
“A full report will be released at the appropriate time,” Trump concluded, closing with his signature slogan: “MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”
