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Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Pakistan sign defense pact in Mecca
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Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Pakistan sign defense pact in Mecca

From Asharq Al-Awsat · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan signed a defense agreement in Mecca aimed at bolstering joint security and collective deterrence.
  • The pact states that an armed attack on one country will be considered an attack on all three, and aims to develop defense cooperation and combat terrorism.
  • Leaders emphasized the agreement's basis in fraternity and Islamic solidarity, stressing it does not target any specific country and is open to other nations seeking peace.

In the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan formalized a defense pact designed to enhance regional security and stability. The agreement, signed by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, establishes a principle of collective deterrence.

Any ‌armed attack on any one of the ‌three countries will be regarded as ⁠an ⁠attack against them all.

— Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan defense agreementStating the core principle of collective deterrence within the newly signed defense pact.

Reflecting strong historic bonds and Islamic solidarity, the pact declares that an armed attack on any of the three nations will be viewed as an attack against all. It also aims to deepen defense cooperation and foster joint projects in defense industries, with a particular focus on combating terrorism. President Erdogan highlighted that the agreement aligns with Article 51 of the UN Charter and is not directed at any specific country. He also affirmed Türkiye's commitment to resolving disputes through dialogue and international law.

It will help boost our security and defense cooperation and develop joint defense industries projects and combat terrorism.

— Recep Tayyip ErdoganDescribing the practical aims of the defense agreement on the X platform.

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif described the agreement as a "landmark pact" that strengthens collective deterrence and reaffirms a shared commitment to a secure future. He expressed hope that the pact, signed in Mecca, would serve as a "shield of peace" for generations. The agreement is also open to "fraternal nations that want to achieve peace, prosperity and stability in our region," according to Erdogan, signaling a potential for broader security cooperation.

the pact underscores the right to defense as stipulated in Article 51 of UN Charter.

— Recep Tayyip ErdoganHighlighting the legal basis and alignment with international law for the defense pact.
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Originally published by Asharq Al-Awsat in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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