Archive · 18 Jul 2026
Reagan Vows Support for Pakistan in 1986
A long time ago, in 1986, the President of the United States, Ronald Reagan, made a promise to help Pakistan.
He said this during a special dinner at the White House.
Reagan wanted the Soviet soldiers to leave Afghanistan and praised Pakistan for its efforts in solving the Afghan problem.
He also said that the US would support Pakistan's goals for a better and more peaceful future.
Additionally, he hoped that Pakistan and India could improve their relationship.
Around the same time, the Indian Parliament took a break to remember a important leader named Jagjivan Ram, who had recently passed away.
They spoke highly of him and remembered him as a great leader who helped many people.
President Ronald Reagan vowed to support Pakistan's sovereignty in 1986.
Reagan applauded Pakistan's role in the Afghan problem and wanted Soviet troops out of Afghanistan.
The US supported Pakistan's aspirations for prosperity and a conflict-free region.
Reagan expressed support for improving Indo-Pakistan relations.
The Indian Parliament adjourned to pay tributes to the late Jagjivan Ram.
- Who
- President Ronald Reagan
- What
- Vowed support for Pakistan's sovereignty and prosperity
- When
- July 18, 1986
- Where
- White House, Washington D.C.
- Why
- To support Pakistan's role in the Afghan problem and to counter Soviet pressures
- Date
- July 18, 1986
- Location
- White House, Washington D.C.
- Key Figure
- President Ronald Reagan
- Issue
- Soviet troops in Afghanistan
- Pakistan's Role
- Applauded by Reagan
- US Stance
- Support for Pakistan's sovereignty and prosperity
- Indo-Pakistan Relations
- Reagan expressed support for improvement