Strategic Defence Pact: Strengthening Pakistan-Saudi Ties
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have signed a strategic mutual defence agreement, reinforcing their commitment to enhanced defence cooperation for joint security. The pact, not aimed at any third country, aims to bolster peace and stability in the region and marks a milestone in bilateral relations.
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In a significant development, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have finalized a strategic mutual defence agreement aimed at bolstering defence cooperation and ensuring joint security. The pact underscores the countries' commitment to regional stability and is categorized as being strictly defensive without targeting any third nation.
Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan hailed the agreement as a pivotal step towards peace and security in both the region and the wider world. The deal, signed amid regional tensions, particularly following an Israeli action against Hamas in Qatar, a US ally, has drawn regional and international attention.
India expressed interest in scrutinizing the agreement's implications for its own security. During bilateral talks in Riyadh, both sides reaffirmed deep bonds of cooperation and brotherhood, rooted in shared religious reverence, which have been central to their relationship since the 1960s. The current agreement is seen as the most notable advancement in their defence relations since 1982.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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