US delegation to visit Pakistan for critical minerals, security talks

In addition to trade discussions, Meyer will also engage with top Pakistani officials to emphasize the importance of continued cooperation on counterterrorism.

Eric Meyer, the Senior Bureau Official (SBO) for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, will lead an interagency U.S. delegation to Islamabad from April 8 to 10, 2025, the U.S. Department of State announced.

The visit aims to advance American interests in Pakistan’s critical minerals sector during the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum. Meyer is scheduled to hold meetings with senior Pakistani officials to explore opportunities for U.S. businesses and strengthen bilateral economic ties.

In addition to trade discussions, Meyer will also engage with top Pakistani officials to emphasize the importance of continued cooperation on counterterrorism.