Jake Sullivan, the former US National Security Advisor, asserted that Donald Trump’s actions compromised the relationship between the United States and India to benefit his family’s business dealings in Pakistan. The core of the accusation is that Trump prioritized financial gains from Pakistan at the expense of the strategic partnership with India.
The connection is based on the involvement of World Liberty Financial with the Pakistan Crypto Council. DT Marks DEFI LLC, which is linked to the Trump family, holds a significant share in this venture. Trump himself holds a key role as ‘Chief Crypto Advocate,’ with his sons and other family members holding important positions. This has prompted criticisms of potential conflicts of interest.
Sullivan and other specialists state that Trump’s leaning towards Pakistan is due to his family’s business ties. After a period of cold relations, the US and Pakistan are showing more warmth. Trump hosted Pakistan’s army chief at the White House, and talks were focused on business and other collaborations.
Subsequently, a trade agreement was announced, indicating the US would help Pakistan develop oil reserves. Tariffs were then placed on Indian products. Pakistan is scheduled to get its first US crude oil delivery soon. Under the agreement, Energyco contracted with Vitol to import crude oil from the United States.
Sullivan views Trump’s choices as a significant strategic loss for the US. He stated that a robust US-India relationship serves US interests, and he pointed out the serious repercussions on US alliances globally due to the present circumstances with India.