US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said maintaining relations with Pakistan remains important to Washington, comparing the relationship with India’s need to maintain ties with Iran. In an interview with Indian media, Rubio said the United States opposed terrorism worldwide and stood against individuals and countries that supported terrorist activities. He also acknowledged that Washington maintained relations with Islamabad and considered the relationship important from a geopolitical perspective. Rubio drew a comparison with India’s engagement with Tehran, saying that just as the Indian government maintained relations with Iran and held meetings with Iranian leaders, the United States also needed to sustain its relationship with Pakistan. Abdul Sajad Khan: A Remarkable 28-Year Journey of Service, Courage and Commitment Comes to an End His remarks highlighted how countries maintain diplomatic relationships while navigating differing security concerns and regional interests. Rubio suggested that Washington’s engagement with Islamabad could also create opportunities to play a constructive role in addressing regional issues. The comments underscore Pakistan’s continued relevance to US foreign policy, even as Washington and New Delhi maintain close ties and India pursues its own diplomatic and economic interests with Iran. Post navigation Abdul Sajad Khan: A Remarkable 28-Year Journey of Service, Courage and Commitment Comes to an End
