WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized the importance of diplomacy and economic engagement in maintaining peace between India and Pakistan, stating that conflict between the two nations should be avoided.
Speaking during Diwali celebrations at the White House on Monday, Trump revealed that he had a detailed phone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier in the day. The discussion, he said, focused largely on trade and regional stability.
“We talked about a lot of things, but mostly the world of trade,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. “I told him that war with Pakistan should not happen,” he added, underscoring his belief that economic cooperation can serve as a powerful tool for resolving disputes.
Trump claimed that his administration had helped prevent multiple international conflicts through strategic diplomacy and trade negotiations, including tensions between India and Pakistan. “Deals and trade,” he said, “have helped avert eight wars so far.”
The remarks come amid ongoing efforts to strengthen U.S. ties with India while encouraging peaceful dialogue in South Asia. Trump’s comments reflect a broader strategy of using economic incentives to foster stability and avoid escalation in volatile regions.
