Pakistan PM Reiterates Support for Saudi Arabia's Defense
Summary
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed support for Saudi Arabia’s right to self-defense and pledged to protect its sovereignty and security under the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement. The agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan says an armed attack on one member will be treated as an attack on all.
Key Points
- Shehbaz Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s full support for Saudi Arabia’s legitimate right to self-defense during a meeting in Islamabad.
- He described the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement as a historic step for regional peace, unity and stability.
- Pakistan said it will firmly support Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, security and regional integrity under the agreement.
- The agreement among Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan treats an armed attack on one member as an attack on all.
