MAKKAH, — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has welcomed the signing of a joint defence agreement between Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, saying the pact will strengthen security and defence cooperation among the three countries.
In a statement posted on X, Erdogan said he visited Makkah at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman and met with the Saudi leader and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.
Pact to Strengthen Collective Defence
Erdogan said the three countries signed a joint defence agreement during the meeting, describing it as an arrangement based on collective defence capabilities.
He said the agreement would strengthen security and defence cooperation while creating opportunities for greater collaboration in the defence industry.
According to Erdogan, the pact could also contribute to more effective cooperation in combating terrorism.
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Erdogan Says Pact Is Not Directed Against Any Country
The Turkish president stressed that the agreement was not directed against any particular country.
He said the pact reaffirms the right of self-defence outlined in Article 51 of the United Nations Charter and is intended to support regional peace, prosperity and stability.
Erdogan also said the agreement remains open to the participation of other countries that share the objective of promoting peace and stability in the region.
Türkiye Emphasizes Diplomacy
Erdogan reiterated Türkiye’s position that disputes and regional crises should be addressed through dialogue and diplomacy.
He expressed hope that the agreement would contribute to peace, stability and prosperity across the wider region.
The agreement marks a significant development in defence cooperation between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye, with the three countries seeking to deepen their strategic and security coordination.
Note: This article reflects President Erdogan’s statements regarding the agreement. Details of its implementation and future expansion should be distinguished from political statements or expectations.
