Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Türkiye Sign Landmark Mutual Defence Pact.

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Türkiye have signed a landmark trilateral defence agreement aimed at strengthening military cooperation amid escalating security challenges across the Middle East.

According to Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the pact includes a mutual defence clause, declaring that an armed attack against any one of the three nations will be considered an attack against all, underscoring their commitment to collective security.

The agreement was signed in Mecca by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif following months of negotiations.

The deal comes as regional tensions continue to rise, with Saudi Arabia facing repeated threats linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran and its regional allies. The three countries said closer military coordination is intended to enhance regional stability and strengthen their defence capabilities.

Pakistan has maintained decades-long military cooperation with Saudi Arabia, providing training and technical assistance to Saudi forces. Meanwhile, Türkiye and Pakistan have expanded defence ties through joint military exercises and defence equipment cooperation. Saudi Arabia also signed a major agreement to acquire Turkish drones in recent years.

Officials described the signing of the agreement in the holy city of Mecca as both strategically and symbolically significant, reflecting the deep political, security, and historical ties among the three Muslim-majority nations.

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