Trump expresses willingness to solve 'fantastic' Pakistan's problems

Dawn.com Published November 30, 2016

US president-elect Donald Trump said on Wednesday he is willing to play any role that Pakistan wants to find solutions to outstanding problems, reported Radio Pakistan.

Trump made these remarks in a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. The premier had called Trump to felicitate him on his recent victory.

The US president-elect also said it will be an honour for him to do so and he will personally do what is needed.

During the telephone conversation, Trump also praised Nawaz and expressed his desire to meet the prime minister soon.

Trump added that Pakistan is an amazing with tremendous opportunities and Pakistanis are some of the most intelligent people.

The prime minister also invited the president-elect of the United States. Trump, in reply, said he would love to visit the country and meet its people.

Following is the text of the conversation between PM Nawaz and Trump, as released by government's Press Information Department (PID).
Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif called President-elect USA Donald Trump and felicitated him on his victory. President Trump said Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif you have a very good reputation. You are a terrific guy. You are doing amazing work which is visible in every way. I am looking forward to see you soon. As I am talking to you Prime Minister, I feel I am talking to a person I have known for long. Your country is amazing with tremendous opportunities. Pakistanis are one of the most intelligent people. I am ready and willing to play any role that you want me to play to address and find solutions to the outstanding problems. It will be an honor and I will personally do it. Feel free to call me any time even before 20th January that is before I assume my office.
On being invited to visit Pakistan by the Prime Minister, Mr. Trump said that he would love to come to a fantastic country, fantastic place of fantastic people. Please convey to the Pakistani people that they are amazing and all Pakistanis I have known are exceptional people, said Mr. Donald Trump.

Earlier, Donald Trump had said that if elected, he’d like to mediate between India and Pakistan because the region was a “very, very hot tinderbox”.

But like the Obama administration, Trump also said that he would only mediate if both countries asked him to do so.

Donald Trump, riding a wave of populist resentment, defeated Hillary Clinton in the race to become the 45th president of the United States.

Trump secured at least 290 electoral votes, securing more than the 270 he needed to succeed Barack Obama.

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iqbal khan

Nov 30, 2016 09:18pm

Good diplomatic move .

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Imtiaz gilgit baltistan

Nov 30, 2016 09:19pm

So called India's working to isolate Pakistan under modi best diplomacy

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citizen

Nov 30, 2016 09:21pm

mature attitude shown by Trump...respecting one another is the only way to end extremism

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Jamil

Nov 30, 2016 09:21pm

President Elect Donald Trump will be the best President for Pakistan. He is pragmatic and knows that his business return in India will double or more if Kashmir issue is resolved and a conflict will hurt his investments. The world has seen that Obama only had the caliber to resolve Cuban issue with half baked Iran nuclear deal.

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Desi Dimag

Nov 30, 2016 09:21pm

Trump was eagerly waiting for Nawaz Sharif's call.

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Satt

Nov 30, 2016 09:21pm

Just like a villain in the film says "I will solve all your problems".

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Syed Ahmed, Canada

Nov 30, 2016 09:27pm

He has to pay us a visit soon.

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XYZ

Nov 30, 2016 09:27pm

We all know where Trump stands between India and Pakistan. Watch his NDTV interview :)

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khalid YOUSAFZAI

Nov 30, 2016 09:32pm

Trump please teach honesty to Nawaz Sharif

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AuK

Nov 30, 2016 09:36pm

Perhaps this is news to Trump too. This is a new guy coming into office from another world. His hands will be full for the foreseeable future trying to solve America's problems. Plus he has a full agenda. I don't know how Radio Pakistan found out that he will have time to solve Pakistan's issues.

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Ali (CA)

Nov 30, 2016 09:37pm

U can sense, tone is now somewhat similar to his predecessor:)

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Mani

Nov 30, 2016 09:35pm

Of course they will get along. Donald Trump is very much like a Pakistani politician in his mannerisms and knack for corruption. He's going to find many likeminded people here.

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Kashmiri

Nov 30, 2016 09:37pm

Oh so now he wants to be our friend. He should apologize then for saying he'd try to use india to give us trouble

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Sarwar, USA.

Nov 30, 2016 09:37pm

Well done Nawaz Sharif although late... Invite Trump to Pakistan .

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Arslan

Nov 30, 2016 09:39pm

Great work! Please keep it up

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DrK

Nov 30, 2016 09:40pm

So was said by Obama.

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FAZ

Nov 30, 2016 09:41pm

Yea, but don't any Pakistani ever even think of migration to US

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Zalmay

Nov 30, 2016 09:43pm

Republicans have traditionally been more cosy in their dealings with Pakistan. Unlike Democrats who 'speak softly but carry a big stick' (remember Abbotabad back-stabbing). Business acumen & real-politick eclipsing election rhetoric. MAGA. MWGA. (Make World great again).

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Nagi

Nov 30, 2016 09:44pm

@iqbal khan Intelligent move by PM

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The end is near

Nov 30, 2016 09:46pm

This is the greatness of President Trump. He will make America great again.

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Shahryar Shirazi

Nov 30, 2016 09:48pm

On a lighter note, suddenly Trump's approval ratings in Pakistan will be sky high :)

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Rkhan

Nov 30, 2016 09:47pm

Good gesture shown by NS. A much needed revalidation of policies.

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KhalId

Nov 30, 2016 09:51pm

"Trump also said that he would only mediate if both countries asked him to do so". Good diplomatic move now ball is Indian court and India stance is its a bilateral issue.

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Dook

Nov 30, 2016 09:50pm

Its better if the USA keeps its nose out of another Muslim countries affairs, they have a rather novel way of helping, just ask Syria, Libya, Iraq, Afghanistan, Colombia, Panama... I might just name most of the countries on the atlas. The thing is at the core of all US policies is the nations self interest, which is linked to their economic interests. So if a situation becomes economically unviable, they don't think twice before cutting their loses and leaving their partners high and dry. All this was before they had Trump as president.

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Owais Mangal

Nov 30, 2016 09:51pm

"Surprise" is Trump's middle name!

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AJax

Nov 30, 2016 09:52pm

Nothing will happen.

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Khurram

Nov 30, 2016 09:52pm

We welcome you president Trump.

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JAyyed

Nov 30, 2016 09:54pm

One of the last nails in the"isolation" coffin. I urge the Indians to shed all prejudice and join Pakistan in the quest for a bright future for the region. We in Pakistan are very hopeful and want to spread the hope and positivity.

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Abdulkarim

Nov 30, 2016 09:57pm

And many a hearts of our dear neighbours were broken!!

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Ali Kashmiri

Nov 30, 2016 10:00pm

Welcome Sir You are most welcome in Pakistan. I hope Mr. Trump will resolve issues in the surrounding of Pakistan - American troops in Afghanistan. - Kashmir issue according to the will of Kashmiris. - Iran and Saudi Arabian affairs Please visit Azad Kashmir also if coming to Pakistan

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Nuanced

Nov 30, 2016 10:00pm

Hoping for a good start - :)

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Sadaf

Nov 30, 2016 10:02pm

I hope this is a true transcript of the telephonic conversation between the two businessmen.

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Muhammad

Nov 30, 2016 10:06pm

I hope and pray that he is positive towards pakistan. A stable pakistan is not just n favor of Pakistanis but will also have a positive impact on South Asia atleast.

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Be RealistiC

Nov 30, 2016 10:07pm

Surprise Surprise!!!!

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PHILOSOPHER (FROM JAPAN)

Nov 30, 2016 10:07pm

Thanks but solve your own first.

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Shiraz

Nov 30, 2016 10:14pm

Pakistan must work with the new Trump Administration more than willingly.

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Ash20

Nov 30, 2016 10:23pm

His solutions may not be liked by Pakistanis.

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Dr. Farhat H. Siddiqi

Nov 30, 2016 10:37pm

Pakistan is a very strategic country & an Atomic Power. I knew that once elected Trump's attitude will be different as compared to his election rhetoric.

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Pasha

Nov 30, 2016 10:42pm

Trump can't do anything as India would never agree to foreign intervention in internal matters.

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Punjabi_puttar

Nov 30, 2016 10:46pm

And says who - radio Pakistan ? Yeah right ...

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JSR

Nov 30, 2016 10:47pm

Do more orelse we take care will be his option i guess

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Babar Ali

Nov 30, 2016 10:48pm

Would it work positively?

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Peace

Nov 30, 2016 10:53pm

Right approach on right time by PM. Hope it will not go fecund.

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Irteza

Nov 30, 2016 10:53pm

I think it just shows his naiveté of world affairs. I can be what the "outstanding problems" of Pakistan are. Or what is the background of India Pakistan tensions. Soon he will find out.

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Dvs

Nov 30, 2016 10:58pm

What Sharif got from this ? Any clue !! Any policy change

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Arman

Nov 30, 2016 11:02pm

Trump is jus playing with us

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someone_else

Nov 30, 2016 11:08pm

heheheheh yeah just like Bush and Obama did :).

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Nov 30, 2016 11:15pm

I voted for him. Loves his country and will be a great president.

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Eye Opener

Nov 30, 2016 11:20pm

Hahaha...... now Pakistanis will believe this again.......

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PakCanuck

Nov 30, 2016 11:24pm

why is Pakistan expecting US to mediate in Kashmir? what's in it for US?

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Naeem Sarwar

Nov 30, 2016 11:27pm

Good Times are coming back, Pakistan ZindAbad.

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Roshan

Nov 30, 2016 11:27pm

Good luck with that :)

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dr. salaria, aamir Ahmad

Nov 30, 2016 11:33pm

Let's wait and see what happens?

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PUKUbanger

Nov 30, 2016 11:34pm

Now we should have scores of people commenting here. Of course now Pakistan is friends with USA, Russia, China and Ghana and another 897 countries. Wow, hurrah, Pakistan is the most powerful country.

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notch

Nov 30, 2016 11:37pm

solve sectarian hate crimes in pakistan

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RIZ

Nov 30, 2016 11:36pm

So far so good as president-elect not taking sides and trying to work with everyone. It will depend on Pakistan foreign policy how the cash the opportunity.

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Troll

Nov 30, 2016 11:37pm

Pakistan greatly value its association with USA, and look forward to have more close relations .

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Canadian

Nov 30, 2016 11:38pm

Time will tell!

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Khwarezmi

Nov 30, 2016 11:40pm

If Donald Trump can help Pakistan then he will turn out to be the best president for us.

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Nov 30, 2016 11:42pm

This proves that, Trump during the campaign, was just being a demagogue, he never actually meant to take the extreme measures he touted during his campaign.

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ANT

Nov 30, 2016 11:44pm

You can't believe a word Trump says, he changes positions every hour!!

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Mehak Gulab

Nov 30, 2016 11:44pm

Modi is already reached USA for 3 day trip.

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citizen26

Nov 30, 2016 11:46pm

Trump is intelligent, humble and honest man unlike how media portrayed him before elections and tried it's best to to defeat him. I hope whatever Trump does is in interest of all 3 countries India, Pak and US.

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Zulfeqar - Canada.

Nov 30, 2016 11:48pm

Hope for the best.

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US patriot

Nov 30, 2016 11:52pm

Look who is talking now!

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nadeem

Nov 30, 2016 11:55pm

Lol! People are running from US after his election, and we are pinning our hopes on him for resolving the Kashmir issue.

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M.Saeed

Dec 01, 2016 12:18am

This is a somersault worth giving Trump the chance to win a Nobel.

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Ameer

Dec 01, 2016 12:22am

I hope he will be better then Obama.

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alla bux

Dec 01, 2016 12:28am

All our problems are self created. Unless we change no one can solve our problems.

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Alba

Dec 01, 2016 12:27am

Calm down. He wants a meeting of the minds. This does not mean he is giving you money.

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sayyar khan

Dec 01, 2016 12:28am

Well I guess Modi Isolation policy is not working PM can make out going calls. hahahaha

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Erdogan

Dec 01, 2016 12:30am

Great diplomacy from our PM. Better to stay on good side of president elect.

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Jayagor

Dec 01, 2016 12:30am

I hope NS & the entire Pakistan leadership are smart enough to realize that it will not be business as usual at the White House any more. Personally I feel NS is a very smart leader and will be able to manage the change in US to Pakistan's advantage.

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Be RealistiC

Dec 01, 2016 12:34am

Surprise Surprise!!!! Someone wanted to isolate Pakistan

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Iran-China

Dec 01, 2016 12:37am

Bad diplomatic move.

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Sami Qureshi

Dec 01, 2016 12:49am

The Pak-US relationship remained hanging for decades on the strings of threats and fears.

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Nostalgia

Dec 01, 2016 12:57am

He is not welcome in Pakistan

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Well WISHER

Dec 01, 2016 12:58am

Haha no self respect to pak. Again going to trump who has said to ban Muslims. Why should we beg. Politicians are all double faced.

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Changez Khan

Dec 01, 2016 01:09am

Can or Should Pakistan trust Trump? I think Pakistan should.

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kubi

Dec 01, 2016 01:14am

lol..u may want to check who his closest advisers are..too funny

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Tariq Laeeq

Dec 01, 2016 01:16am

Trump will be the best president of recent US history.

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Ahmad Zubair

Dec 01, 2016 01:18am

Hope best

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Princess_of_DHUMP

Dec 01, 2016 01:24am

Never trust America. We can trust India, Israel even Afghanistan but not US of A

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Hassan

Dec 01, 2016 01:28am

With all trump comments, I thought it was sattire.

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ghazala Kamal

Dec 01, 2016 01:45am

Donald Trump will be great for Pakistan as he is a straight talker and Republicans have always Great for Pakistan. Democrat have been to harmful to Pakistan interests. Great Bush, father and son were good friends of Pakistan. Good Mt. Trump and we pray for success. Good and law abiding have nothing to FEAR.

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Ravi VancouvEr

Dec 01, 2016 01:50am

Trump has talked with PM Nawaz Sharif, from his talk it is obvious he shall continue with old Obama administration policy in this region.

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Mustafa R.

Dec 01, 2016 01:54am

Smells like another fraud by PML-(n) as they did with Guinness record or popularity polls.

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faz

Dec 01, 2016 01:58am

US has the ability to really put the world in order. If Trump helps settle the Kashmir issue, he will become very popular. India may not be happy at first but they'll come around with the US.

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The_Truth

Dec 01, 2016 02:00am

I seriously don't know what to say.

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Khan

Dec 01, 2016 02:04am

I wonder how our neighbours will twist into something negative.

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Rizwan aslam

Dec 01, 2016 02:09am

Good like it

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Dragon

Dec 01, 2016 02:10am

I pity those who believe this guy

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manish maheshwari

Dec 01, 2016 02:11am

Great!! He is problem solver.

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tariq amir

Dec 01, 2016 02:33am

Donald has expressed good sentiments about Pakistan.

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Ashraf

Dec 01, 2016 02:54am

Friendship with US is dangerous for Pakistan

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Sarfaraz

Dec 01, 2016 02:59am

Spoken like a true statesman. God bless him in making his wishes come true.

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Chauhan

Dec 01, 2016 03:07am

Except that that people of certain religion of your country cannot the visa

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Malveros

Dec 01, 2016 03:13am

Excellent move by NS.

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Asif

Dec 01, 2016 03:19am

Not a bad start if it is true.

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baba

Dec 01, 2016 03:26am

I told you this man is realistic ,, he wont fall for false claim, and he will do good for Pakistan, he hates fakers. you know what i mean.

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Dec 01, 2016 04:15am

No. No. No. You're are supposed to isolate us. Your alleged 'best friend' Modi would be so upset.

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Rahel

Dec 01, 2016 04:21am

Is it really December 1st or April 1st?

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Raul

Dec 01, 2016 04:27am

Kashmir is practically in the bag!

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Dec 01, 2016 04:30am

Wait and watch

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Dec 01, 2016 04:40am

Trump also said that he would only mediate if both countries asked him to do so..... There you go.... If you can not work with your neighbor no one will help you.

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Khalid iqbal (patriot)

Dec 01, 2016 04:44am

Trump visit to Pakistan will be a great opportunity to once again build great relations between Pakistan and America.

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Dec 01, 2016 05:13am

why do you need trump? dont you have confidence in yourself!

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MindShare

Dec 01, 2016 05:16am

Dear Trump, thanks for your great words. If you could mediate and solve our regional issues especially with India, one-fourth of the world will be at peace which will guarrantee peace in rest of the world including US.

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Ahsan Gul

Dec 01, 2016 05:15am

No need to get too excited as Trump will follow USA's think tank Policy for Pakistan. However, since he is the president of the majority party 'Republican' he may have some leverage but not too much. Bottom line, Pakistan has to raise its image in the international arena. And, our leadership has to project that they are genuine and caring for our country. Currently, countries have doubts about us and our foreign policies. Sincerely

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Happy_dreams

Dec 01, 2016 05:31am

@iqbal khan This is not diplomatic move. This is called FLATTERING ...

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Riz

Dec 01, 2016 05:34am

Nice. Good job trump and ns

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Venkat

Dec 01, 2016 05:34am

Trump should agree to join CPEC

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Ajaz

Dec 01, 2016 06:07am

Just only statement.

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jhonykash

Dec 01, 2016 06:08am

President elect Donald Trump is true to his word what he says he means that and his success i

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kaleem

Dec 01, 2016 06:13am

Good news for Pakistan and also for the world.America is in a position that it can play an important role for the region and for the world peace.

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jhonykash

Dec 01, 2016 06:20am

President elect is honorable and successful businessman due to his farsightedness and smart move when his Dad gave him one million dollar for the business he made that million into billions. And most of Pakistani voted for MR Donald Trump and he knows that, remember now you have a friend in US just like EX Late President Ronald Regan

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a&a

Dec 01, 2016 06:49am

"Pakistan is an amazing with tremendous opportunities " Business comes First.

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UFO

Dec 01, 2016 06:49am

Please don't believe anything Trump says.

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Dec 01, 2016 06:56am

Don't see anything concrete in the entire article. It's mostly like diplomatic talks

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ATif khan

Dec 01, 2016 06:59am

Basically, America does not want to lose its strategic relationship with Pakistan any further to a growing China.

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AHA

Dec 01, 2016 07:14am

If Trump solves Pakistan's problem, what should our respected PM do?

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Gujranwala

Dec 01, 2016 07:15am

Love you Trump. Remember that only Love begets love. So try to win heart through healthy gestures.

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TARIQ BIN ZAYAAD.

Dec 01, 2016 07:20am

we want friends not masters, We welcome being friend of Pakistan not asking us to do more with out any solid reason.

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Dec 01, 2016 07:28am

will pm willingness?

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Samir

Dec 01, 2016 07:28am

Fantastic news. Hope he is not overwhelmed by Pakistans problems.

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Truth

Dec 01, 2016 08:02am

It's all just baseless reports. Similar statements have been made with regards to Russia joining CPEC.

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Ghaznavi

Dec 01, 2016 08:17am

ThIs can be a preamble to do more

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Dec 01, 2016 08:21am

@Khalid iqbal (patriot) : interesting thought. How do you think China will react?

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citizen

Dec 01, 2016 08:26am

First let him solve America's problems....

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Democrate1

Dec 01, 2016 08:26am

Trump ready to resolve our issues......a good omen.

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Democrate1

Dec 01, 2016 08:28am

Trump ready to resolve our issues......a good omen.

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ThatsThat

Dec 01, 2016 08:33am

The problem is that Pakistan may not like the solutions offered by Trump. :-)

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Maamu Jaan

Dec 01, 2016 08:42am

This is a game changer and all because of CPEC. Now U.S. is also on Pakistani side. Pakistan should lead a strategic alliance comprising China, Russia, U.S., U.K., Japan, France and Germany. The World needs a good strong leader.

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Vasan

Dec 01, 2016 08:50am

Trump will make Pakistan as regional police for South Asia, especially under commandership of Nawaz Sherif.

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Dec 01, 2016 08:55am

wonder if US of A has also released this kind of statement !?!?

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who cares

Dec 01, 2016 08:56am

@citizen exactly..

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siddiq pehelwaN

Dec 01, 2016 08:55am

Did Obama visit Pakistan during his 8 year tenure or Bush? And why would Trump pay a visit? Diplomacy at its best!!

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Lost cause

Dec 01, 2016 08:59am

And now Pakistan, USA, Russia, China will form an alliance lead by Pakistan?

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good luck

Dec 01, 2016 09:21am

who wants to solve the problems that keep peoples mind busy instead of thinking about their own benifits

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J. Shah

Dec 01, 2016 09:33am

Mr. Trump understand US-Pakistan strong relationship since 1947. The relationship goes beyond what common citizen understand. Pakistan close co-operation with US in 60's when U2 spy plans were flying out of Peshawar over the Soviet Union. Pakistan played a key role bring China closer to the US. Fantastic team work to defeat USSR and effectively eliminated the threat and end of clod war in 1980s - 90s. War on terror fight where Pakistan pay a heavy price is another proof of its strong friendship. No one will forget massacre of 150 school children. The list of close friendship goes on and on.... Up and downs comes in the relationship and they have always overcome. Not only Mr. Trump but all US presidents have respected Pakistani people and supported them in time of needs.

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KARACHITE

Dec 01, 2016 09:39am

This is called Diplomacy. Its not surprising in any way. Reality will be revealed after Mr. Trump completes his 1st 100 days in office.

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Adil Jadoon

Dec 01, 2016 09:38am

Why does Trump have to solve our problems...lol Is that not our PM s job!

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Patz

Dec 01, 2016 09:42am

@Venkat Ha haa..Nice one.

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Talha

Dec 01, 2016 10:05am

I hope the conversation was genuine!

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rao abid

Dec 01, 2016 10:14am

Let,s go together once again !Welcome

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Steven

Dec 01, 2016 10:16am

He will come to pakistan to take the doctor back who helped them get most wanted man of america

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sindhi

Dec 01, 2016 10:26am

they all are supposed to use these soothing words but at the end of day it's just business and because of our sick economy and internal failures we won't able to give anything substantial cum tangible to them

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Positively Zak

Dec 01, 2016 10:27am

@Mehak Gulab Modi has gone early because he is worried over China's naval base. He will through US try to get into CPEC and US will support to counter build up their presence CPEC is attracting attention of the world because power is shifting to China and Pakistan.

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Zak

Dec 01, 2016 10:29am

Trump is a practical person. After briefings, he has realised how important and strong a nation , pakistan is. I'll wishers in the neighbourhood will have to douse the candles they lit when Trump won.

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Zakfan

Dec 01, 2016 10:31am

Excellent news. Now Trump will solve load shedding, poverty, London flats mystery, Afghanistan refugee problem, religious intolerance, persecution of minority, illiteracy, gender inequality, corruption etc., and then, if time permits attend to some minor issues in USA also.

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Zak

Dec 01, 2016 10:34am

Trump aims for the top. He will aim to resolve Kashmir and stop Indians killing and blinding them. Under Modi, India's false image has been exposed, and what US and west see, they don't like.

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Dec 01, 2016 10:33am

For full decade Pakistan stood with Republicans for war against terror after 9/11. Good deeds never go in vain !

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Desi

Dec 01, 2016 10:39am

These are just diplomatic and courtesy words. Nothing related with actual policy.

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yawar abdul rehman

Dec 01, 2016 10:41am

people expects some messiah having a magic wand would solve there problems within one night ... without them to work or struggle ... but the fact is no one can solve the country's problem except there own people.

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Chinto

Dec 01, 2016 10:59am

Trump has already express his view to mediate over the issue of Kashmir. It is in the best interested of both India and Paksitan to resolve issue of Kashmir and let the peace prevail in this region.

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Matt

Dec 01, 2016 11:25am

Real Trump is emerging out!

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Dhanani sulaiman

Dec 01, 2016 11:28am

The phone call should have taken week's ago. Too late however let's hope this could be the beginning of the new relationship. I hope there is a national interest and not a business interest in this move.

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sahid_kashmiri

Dec 01, 2016 11:40am

for Today Trump is good guy for Pakistan, he was villain in past. don't know about future.

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SAB

Dec 01, 2016 11:48am

Both are businessmen, both are dishonest, don't pay taxes,

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Maamu Jaan

Dec 01, 2016 11:48am

Trump is looking to build Trump Towers along both sides of CPEC.

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Patriotic

Dec 01, 2016 12:57pm

President elect Mr. Trump understand the importance of Pakistan, it is so nice, it must be appreciated.

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huttar

Dec 01, 2016 01:09pm

All fabricated. Actually he said "do more" and terrorism related stuff. Probably he will deny the statement like Russian did in relation to one belt road.

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TKH

Dec 01, 2016 01:22pm

So he is a politician and speaks like a politician (what other people want to listen), but will he do what he said? Maybe. Let's recheck the statement: Outstanding issues: 1. terrorism 2. energy crisis 3. continuity of democarcy 4. nuclear proliferation........ 7 or 8 Kashmir I don't think the list is so much in our favor but anyway fantastic people of Pakistan will be able to solve it anyhow.

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Guest

Dec 01, 2016 01:55pm

@J. Shah Suddenly all people who were critical of US and the so called alliance of India with US are gaga over USA. May be Trump wants to join CPEC and build whole bunch of Trump Towers in the corridor. The whole world be gathering aroud the CPEC and there is a lot of scope for making money.

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Mahmood khawaja

Dec 01, 2016 02:29pm

@Guest Good move by Mr president Very unbiased

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Yakub

Dec 01, 2016 03:07pm

@Maamu Jaan i agree , even US now wants to join the CPEC, they have realised the benefits of the same.

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Ravi Sharma

Dec 01, 2016 03:10pm

US would never let India sway away if it has to tackle the rise of China. So practically, Kashmir issue won't get resolved until India and Pakistan sit and discuss. These (India-US, Pakistan-US on Kashmir issue) are just 'useless' diplomatic talks.

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Dec 01, 2016 03:23pm

@huttar he already has, there was an statement from his transition team clarifying it.

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Ahmed

Dec 01, 2016 04:12pm

This is just to please the prime minister, otherwise, the Americans will not change their political agenda, which is to use Pakistan as a partner in safeguarding their interests, whither its the formation of Taliban. Another note, how Pakistanis are happy for Trump nice talks with Nawaz Sharif, while they call those who keep close relation with America as their puppet.

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sana-1

Dec 01, 2016 06:07pm

He's very open minded as well as very close minded person, only if you can understand...wait till he get's into his office first! p.s., he'll not bring ladoos for india as some naive indians think....lolz

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Sultan ahmed

Dec 01, 2016 06:55pm

The steps being taken by the prime minister of Pakistan on Kashmir issue and other disputes with India are right and admirable that are essential for peace and stability in the region.We should all support him.

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Mustafa R.

Dec 01, 2016 07:25pm

@MK; ' If you can not work with your neighbor no one will help you.' Who is helping Israel?

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omveer

Dec 01, 2016 07:25pm

Best of luck Pakistan.

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Masood Hussain

Dec 01, 2016 07:40pm

Gradually but surely Trump has started talking sense..

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Muslim Medina

Dec 01, 2016 07:52pm

This appears to be another Nawaz Sharif's move to distract Pakistanis. People will talk about this and forget problems faced by Nawaz Sharif. This is what P.M. has in his mind.

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Pakistani

Dec 01, 2016 08:15pm

It was no more than pleasantries exchanged between two leaders. Let us not read too much into this.

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Farouk Salehjee

Dec 01, 2016 08:18pm

Congratulations Mr Prime Minister a great move at a timely manner. Thanks

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N_Saq

Dec 01, 2016 08:28pm

NS is trying to take advantage of a private conversation between him and US President elect who has yet to take office. What Trump said was more of like sharing pleasantries when you receive a call from the leader of a country congratulating you on great win and when you have yet to take office. What matters is that what will be the official US policy once Trump takes office. I will say hold on to your horses, it will sure be a bumpy ride for Pak because remember terrorism will be the first on the priorities list of the President elect and he had made it clear that he will punish all countries where the terrorism is emanating from...so buckle up or fix the house before it hits you.

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Obaid

Dec 01, 2016 08:51pm

@JAyyed You Sir are Pakistani equivalent o f Trump. Well done! Comparable Trump statement " Nobody has more respect for women than me"

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Agha Ata

Dec 01, 2016 08:56pm

Trump's agreeing to help Pakistan with is problems is a joke while his people are threatening genocide for Muslims in the USA.

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Truth

Dec 01, 2016 09:12pm

As soon as Trump finishes building the wall along the Mexican-US border, he can tackle India-Pakistan problems. The man speaks from both sides of his mouth. Anti-Muslim to the core, yet praising NS as a 'terrific PM', despite the later's unpopularity at home. Does that not sound like a deliberate attempt to cause more friction within Pakistan, and anti-US hostility and resentment towards both NS and Trump himself, so he can use it as a excuse to expel Muslims from the US??

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Pakistani

Dec 01, 2016 09:24pm

The reason for Trumps praise for Nawaz Sharif needs to be understood by us Pakistanis. Who will benefit by giving credit-ability to a Prime Minister under trial for corruption. Looks like investment done by someone is about to dissipate and efforts are being made to save it.

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Lahori Kid

Dec 01, 2016 09:44pm

It is considered completely against the protocol to mention what the other leader said, you are only required to tell the media what you say, not the other leader.

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KAZ-KAZ

Dec 01, 2016 09:56pm

TRUMP is waiting to visit pakistan so he can improve America's economy a lot by having bilateral trade with Pakistan!!

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Simba

Dec 01, 2016 10:09pm

@N_Saq you are absolutely right. These goodies shared in a private conversation don't count for anything at a diplomatic level. NS should not try to capitalize on this conversation.

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Fact

Dec 01, 2016 10:12pm

Yeah right !!!

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Naseer

Dec 01, 2016 10:39pm

@XYZ We all know where Trump stands between India and Pakistan. Watch his NDTV interview :) Really? Just like his all other campaign promises - forget what he said and watch what he will do.

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IBM

Dec 01, 2016 11:00pm

He can build Trump Towers along the CPEC and call it TRUMP BROTHELS!

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Trump-fan

Dec 01, 2016 11:26pm

Just wait until he assumes the Oval office. The person who claims Pakistan is enemy and terror sponsor in the past and won election on the basis of anti-muslim slogans, how can he be good to the same nation? Pakistan should be happy if Trump stays away instead of getting involved. Will be interesting next 4 years.

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Syed abbas

Dec 02, 2016 12:19am

I want to see Modi's mood after reading this statement.

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Wasim Farooqi

Dec 02, 2016 01:49am

Smart step from Pakistan for the peace in South Asia, after reading Indian newspapers I realised Indians did not like it a bit.

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Abbas Khan

Dec 02, 2016 01:53am

Calm down. Trump talks like that. What he says and what he does are two different things.

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Asim Khan

Dec 02, 2016 04:30am

They are only interested in their billions

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Yankee Cricket Fan

Dec 02, 2016 04:34am

Never believe a word that comes our of this guys month. He says one thing at 8 am, something totally different at lunch time and yet something totally different again at 5 pm. He is not a stable person, and overstates everything. When he visits India, he will speak words that Indian's are going to love and make Pakistani wonder what happened to the guy that spoke so pro-Pakistani words.

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Guruji

Dec 02, 2016 05:24am

@Jamil : Did you say his business returns? He is about to pass on or sell his business to his children and other. All of you stop day dreaming....this call seems to be a hoax. Info Dept has gone more than necessary to explain. Dal mein kuchh kala hai

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Ayub

Dec 02, 2016 05:52am

What does he mean by "fantastic" Pakistan's problem? We should learn how to stand on our own feet. We should abandon the habit of looking to others for help.

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john cool

Dec 02, 2016 07:19am

@siddiq pehelwaN Did Obama visit Pakistan during his 8 year tenure or Bush? And why would Trump pay a visit? Diplomacy at its best!! That just shows Pakistan's irrelevance in US and world. Trump will not fare any better till you change to become a constructive and progressive country instead of religiously retrogressive state and economical defunct.Get on with your neighbours and rest of the world and have good relationship with them primarily on economics,political and socially and you will transcend to new acceptable level to all and sundry.

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john cool

Dec 02, 2016 07:35am

@Venkat Trump should agree to join CPEC. That will raise US GDP by at least 2%.

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STARZAN

Dec 02, 2016 09:49am

@Syed abbas. The actual official recording of the DJT-MNS conversations is safely secured by both governments and by the 2 intelligence agencies. SOP. The transcript was most likely released with both parties concurrence.

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Abcd

Dec 02, 2016 10:39am

Hope the two businessmen, Trump & Nawaz have a great personal & official relationship

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Anwar Mahmood

Dec 02, 2016 12:49pm

Mr Trump will follow love for Pakistan like Richard Nixon too of Republican party. Richard Nixon was the most Pakistan loving US president. Soon after America's historic landing on the moon, Richard Nixon came to Pakistan and said these words as: "WE ARE SPENDING EXACTLY AS MUCH TIME IN PAKISTAN AS WE SPENT ON THE MOON."

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Rabia

Dec 02, 2016 04:38pm

And Mr. Trump should directly start from teaching India to resolve all outstanding disputes with Pakistan especially Kashmir issue.

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BAXAR

Dec 02, 2016 05:45pm

@john cool. It is funny to see how much energy is used to demonstrate the irrelevance of an irrelevant entity. There are people here, who have made their purpose of life, to demonstrate 2+2+4, using all forms of mathematical, trigonometrical, chemical, logical, illogical equations, coupled with theories relating to quantum physics and relativity. They end up demonstrating the relevance. Thanks a lot.

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DARA KHAN

Dec 02, 2016 07:25pm

NO ONE CAN SOLVE INDIA PAKISTAN BILATERAL REGIONAL ISSUES UNTIL BOTH COUNTRIES RESOLVE THEMSELVES WITH DUE RESPECT. TRUMP CAN'T SOLVE HIS TAX / PERSONAL LIFE ISSUES. ALMOST 4 TIMES BANKRUPTCY - ENTIRE BUSINESS MODEL IS FULL OF MESS ETC. DON'T EXPECT TOO MUCH.

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Aapati

Dec 03, 2016 02:02am

No! Don't believe him. Why would he solve any other county's problems? Naaaa, he can't be trusted.

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Doubtful

Dec 03, 2016 08:17am

DT talks without thinking. Don´t take this too seriously, tomorrow he will say he never said this.

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