Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has confirmed that Pakistan’s recently signed Defense Deal with Saudi Arabia could be extended to other Gulf states.
In an interview with Arab media, he stressed that the agreement carries no hidden clauses and is based on transparency and mutual trust. He explained that the framework ensures collective security. Any attack on one country would be treated as an attack on the other.
The minister clarified that the Defense Deal includes training programs, technical assistance, and joint military cooperation. He highlighted that Middle Eastern countries cannot rely solely on distant powers for protection. Instead, they should turn to sovereign states with the capacity to defend them.
“These nations cannot depend on countries thousands of miles away,” he said. “They need trusted regional partners who can provide real security.” He also suggested that if other Gulf countries express interest, Pakistan could expand the pact further.
The landmark agreement was signed during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Riyadh. Under its terms, Pakistan pledged to help safeguard the Two Holy Mosques and strengthen defense ties with Saudi Arabia. The pact also states that any external aggression on either country will be considered aggression against both.
Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir played a vital role in finalizing the deal. The accord aims to enhance joint defense capabilities and integrate both nations’ armed forces.
The Defense Deal reflects decades of close cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. This includes joint training exercises, defense industry partnerships, and strategic coordination. Officials say the agreement not only strengthens bilateral ties but also promotes peace and stability across the region.
By ensuring collective defense, both countries aim to deter threats, support each other militarily, and advance shared goals of security, diplomacy, and economic cooperation.
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