Trump's Trade Deal Map Shows PoK as Indian Territory, Leaves Pakistan Red-Faced

• A map released by the US Trade Representative's (USTR) office, alongside details of an interim trade deal framework with India, depicted the entire Jammu and Kashmir region, including Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), as part of India.
• The map also showed Aksai Chin, a region claimed by China, within Indian territory, aligning with India’s long-standing position on its territorial integrity.
• This representation marks a significant departure from previous US government maps that often marked PoK separately, reflecting Pakistan’s stance.
• The move carries strategic significance, signaling a clear shift in US policy and comes amid a reset in India–US relations under President Donald Trump.
• Pakistan now faces higher duties (19%) than India (18%) under the revised tariff structure, adding to an awkward moment for Islamabad.