Saudi-Pakistan defence pact means shared response to aggression, says Asif Nazrul
“In fact, Muslim countries have no alternative but to enter into such agreements,” he says
Following the signing of mutual defence pact, Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs Adviser Asif Nazrul said any attack on Saudi Arabia or Pakistan will now be considered an act of aggression against both, prompting a joint military response.
In a Facebook post today (18 September), the adviser said, "From now on, if Saudi Arabia or Pakistan comes under attack, both countries will treat it as aggression against themselves and respond jointly."
"In fact, Muslim countries have no alternative but to enter into such agreements," he added.
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The pact, finalised today, strengthens the decades-long security partnership between the two nations amid rising regional tensions.
Gulf Arab states are increasingly cautious about relying on the United States as a security guarantor, a concern amplified after Israel's recent attack on Qatar.
Analysts note that the pact highlights Pakistan's strategic importance as a nuclear-armed state and reflects broader efforts among Muslim countries to enhance mutual defence and regional stability.
India has stated that it is analysing the implications of the agreement for its national security.
