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Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new partnership between the United States and Pakistan aimed at developing Pakistan’s untapped oil reserves.

In a statement, Trump said, “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.”

He added that the next step involves selecting the oil company that will lead this joint venture. “We are in the process of choosing the oil company that will lead this partnership. Who knows, maybe they’ll be selling oil to India someday!” Trump remarked, hinting at the potential for regional trade benefits.

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While no further details have been disclosed about the terms of the agreement or the companies involved, the announcement marks a significant moment in U.S.-Pakistan economic relations and energy cooperation.

The statement has sparked interest in the energy and geopolitical sectors, particularly regarding how this collaboration might influence South Asian energy markets and U.S. involvement in regional resource development.