The US Mission in Pakistan marked the holy month of Ramazan with a message of goodwill while outlining key developments in the evolving US-Pakistan relationship.

In a statement, US Mission Spokesperson Cain Harrelson highlighted diplomatic engagement, development initiatives, and strengthened cooperation in technology and education.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif represented Pakistan at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington. He joined senior US officials and global leaders to help shape a shared vision for the future of Gaza, reflecting ongoing diplomatic coordination between the two countries.

The meeting underscored Pakistan’s role in international discussions on peace and regional stability.

$22.4bn Sindh School Meals Program launched

The US Department of Agriculture announced the launch of the Sindh School Meals Program, allocating 22.4 billion rupees to support more than 200,000 young Pakistanis across 1,300 schools.

The initiative aims to provide nutritious school meals, clean water, and improved sanitation facilities to help students learn and grow in a healthier environment.

Another Week of Impact . This week in the U.S.-Pakistan relationship, Prime Minister Sharif traveled to Washington to take part in President Trump’s inaugural Board of Peace meeting. We launched a new U.S.-funded program to feed 200,000 school children in Sindh. And Chargé… pic.twitter.com/rvjZRnFVso
— U.S. Embassy Islamabad (@usembislamabad) February 21, 2026

According to the US Mission, the program aligns with the Trump administration’s “America First” foreign assistance policy, which focuses on helping countries become more self-sufficient. The statement noted that the generosity of the American people serves as a foundation for Pakistanis to take greater ownership of their futures.

Expanding US-Pakistan tech partnerships

Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker convened representatives from 25 U.S. companies along with senior Pakistani officials to explore new opportunities for strengthening US-Pakistan technology partnerships.

The meeting focused on fostering collaboration in innovation, digital growth, and business development between the two countries. Officials described the engagement as part of broader efforts to deepen economic ties and encourage private-sector cooperation.

The EducationUSA spring college recruitment tour also concluded in Islamabad this week. Sixteen representatives from US universities visited Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, engaging with thousands of Pakistani students interested in pursuing higher education in the United States.

The outreach aimed to provide information on academic programs, admissions, and scholarship opportunities.

Ramazan greetings from Trump

As Muslims in Pakistan and the United States observe the holy month of Ramazan, President Donald Trump extended his best wishes to all those celebrating. The message expressed hopes that the weeks ahead would bring peace, happiness, and joy to families and communities observing Ramazan.

The US Mission concluded its message with greetings of “Ramazan Kareem,” reinforcing a tone of friendship and shared values between the two nations.