Could US midterms reshape Pakistan’s relationship with Washington?

Pakistan’s close ties with the Trump administration could face a test in the US midterm elections, which will determine control of Congress. Analysts quoted in the article differed on how a change in congressional power might affect Islamabad’s standing.

• The US midterms are scheduled for November 3, with control of the House of Representatives and Senate at stake; the article said Republicans were expected to lose seats in both chambers.· 1 source
• The article described recent US-Pakistan ties, including a July 2025 trade deal that cut tariffs on Pakistani goods from 29% to 19% and Pakistan’s role in US-Iran talks.· 1 source
• An analyst said a Democratic majority could lean more toward India, while other experts said Pakistan’s wider Middle East and security role could remain significant.· 1 source