As soon as there was a report that Modi talked to Trump and was among the first 3 world leaders to talk to Trump, Shahbaz Shariff government has woken up and has sought to make "first contact" with the Trump admin
https://tribune.com.pk/story/2508811/go ... trump-team
It is a ritual that world leaders telephone the new US president to congratulate him.
However, President Joe Biden broke the tradition and never spoke to any Pakistani prime minister after winning the race for the White House in November 2020.
Given Trump's unconventional approach, Pakistani officials are hoping that he will not follow Biden's policy and speak to Shehbaz sooner than later.
Expectation: new US president showers billions of dollars and F16s to Pakistan to "fight terrorism"
Reality: hope the new US president at least speaks to Pak PM
Since his victory, supporters of former prime minister Imran Khan believe that Trump will call Shehbaz to ensure the release of their leader.
Similarly, Trump's hardline stance towards Iran and China, both Pakistan's key neighbours, may make things difficult for the country. However, some in the official circles feel that Saudi Arabia could rescue Pakistan in case of any trouble with the Trump administration.
Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman enjoy close ties. MBS was one of the first leaders to call Trump after his election victory. Interestingly, the day Trump won and MBS spoke to the new US president, Pakistan's army chief General Syed Asim Munir was in Saudi Arabia.
Is Trump aslo refusing to talk to Pakistan PM and hence army chief Munir visited Saudi to request Trump via MBS to pick up the call from Islamabad?
