Saudi-Pakistan-Türkiye Defence Pact Signals Regional Shift
A new trilateral defence agreement between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye has sparked discussions about shifting regional alliances and perceptions of U.S. influence, according to Iranian officials. The deal, signed last week, was described by Iran’s foreign ministry as a “sign of a change in the perception” of regional countries toward the United States. Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei noted that security is not a commodity that can be bought from “false brokers,” a reference to the U.S., which is an ally of the three signatories (arabnews.pk).
The agreement has also drawn diplomatic responses from other Gulf states. Kuwait has congratulated Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye on the pact, highlighting its symbolic value as a demonstration of shared strength and unity (samaa.tv). In Pakistan, the Islamabad police organized a flag march to celebrate the agreement, emphasizing its significance for regional cooperation (dawn.com).
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan clarified that the deal is defensive in nature and not aimed at any specific country, including Iran. He stated that the agreement is meant to protect signatories from external threats without targeting any nation that has not attacked them (sundayworld.co.za). The pact reflects growing regional efforts to strengthen security ties independently of Western influence.
