Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting Saudi Arabia’s security, sovereignty and territorial integrity. Military spokesman Lt. Gen. Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said the kingdom and Islam’s two holiest mosques remain an “uncompromising priority” for Islamabad amid rising regional tensions.
In an interview with Saudi newspaper Asharq Al-Awsat, Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said Pakistan’s commitment to Saudi Arabia remained firm. He added that the implementation of collective defence commitments under the Makkah Joint Defence Alliance was entering an operational phase.
The process involves rapid deployment of military forces and capabilities, enhanced readiness and stronger military integration, he said.
According to the military spokesman, defence cooperation would also cover intelligence sharing and coordination on defensive operations. He said Pakistan was prepared to take all necessary defensive measures to support Saudi Arabia under the prevailing circumstances.
Pakistan to Continue Military Support
Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said Pakistani troops were already stationed in Saudi Arabia, where they perform defence support duties, provide training and participate in joint military exercises.
Pakistan would continue supplying military personnel, operational capabilities, training and logistical assistance for defensive purposes, he added.
However, he said the alliance would not disclose details about troop numbers, deployment locations or operational arrangements.
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The military spokesman also condemned attacks targeting Saudi airports, cities, civilian facilities and economic infrastructure. He described such attacks as direct threats to the kingdom’s sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Iran Discuss Regional Stability
Calling for restraint, Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry urged all parties to reduce tensions and pursue diplomatic solutions. He warned that further escalation would serve no one’s interests.
He also discussed the October 26 meeting in Tehran involving Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Iran. He said the discussions focused on reducing regional tensions and establishing a framework for greater cooperation.
He described Field Marshal Asim Munir’s meeting in Tehran as a reflection of Pakistan’s commitment to resolving disputes through peaceful means.
According to the military spokesman, the four countries agreed to continue dialogue and cooperation to promote regional peace and stability.
Defence Agreements Focus on Collective Security
Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement aimed to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation and ensure the security of both countries.
He also described the Makkah Joint Defence Alliance as a framework for trilateral defence cooperation among Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. The arrangement focuses on collective defence, joint preparedness and military coordination.
He stressed that the defence arrangements were entirely defensive and did not target any country. Their shared objective, he said, was to strengthen collective defence capabilities, improve military integration and support regional stability.
