Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have signed a trilateral defense pact in Mecca, pledging collective defense and mutual support in the event of an attack on any of the three nations. The agreement, signed by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, aims to strengthen regional security and stability, according to multiple news outlets.
The pact, referred to as the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, outlines that an attack on one of the signatories will be treated as an attack on all. This framework is intended to counter external threats and promote cooperation in defense industry projects, as stated in official reports. The agreement was celebrated with the illumination of Saudi landmarks featuring the flags of Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, symbolizing the new alliance.
The move comes amid heightened regional tensions, with some analysts suggesting it reflects a broader effort to reduce reliance on the United States and create a more balanced power dynamic in the Middle East. While the pact is framed as a collective security initiative, it has also been interpreted as a strategic response to growing concerns over Iran’s influence in the region.
