Former US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has leveled accusations against Donald Trump, alleging that Trump compromised the US-India relationship to advance his family’s business interests within Pakistan. The accusations center on Trump’s alleged exploitation of foreign policy to favor his family’s financial ventures in Pakistan. Trump’s actions have reportedly created an environment where business interests were prioritized over strategic alliances.
Following the Pehelgam attack, World Liberty Financial initiated an agreement with the Pakistan Crypto Council, facilitating investment and innovation within Pakistan’s crypto sector. DT Marks DEFI LLC, a company with Trump family ties, holds a considerable stake in this venture. Trump himself holds a key position within the company, with his sons and other family members holding important roles within the organization. These appointments raise ethical concerns.
Many experts, including Sullivan, suggest that Trump’s affinity for Pakistan stems from his family’s involvement in Pakistani ventures. After a period of diplomatic strain, there has been a noticeable improvement in US-Pakistan relations. Trump welcomed Pakistan’s army chief to the White House, discussing various areas of cooperation.
Further, a trade agreement was announced, where the US would assist Pakistan in developing its oil reserves. India then faced tariffs on its goods. Pakistan is scheduled to receive its initial US crude oil shipment this year. Energyco, Pakistan’s biggest refinery, has made a contract with Vitol to import US crude oil.
Sullivan highlights the strategic damage to US interests, emphasizing that strong US-India ties are important. He stressed that the current situation with India is having far-reaching implications globally for US partnerships.