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When, last week, President Trump met eight Muslim leaders on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly session, it was clear that something significant was afoot. For an average Pakistani, it was a pleasant surprise to note that their prime minister was one of those eight leaders. Pakistan has witnessed a status upgrade since the four-day war with India in May this year. Shortly before the UNGA session, Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia surprised the world by forging a comprehensive strategic defence alliance. This materialised immediately after an Israeli attack in Doha, Qatar. There was, therefore, plenty to discuss at the meeting.

The next day, the Indian media's hate-filled convulsions revealed that PM Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir were to meet President Trump. When s