Makkah Defense Agreement a Major Milestone for Peace, Development and Prosperity of the Three Nations: Saudi Foreign Minister

Riyadh (Web Desk) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan has welcomed the historic “Makkah Defense Agreement” between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye, describing it as a major step toward regional peace, development and defense sovereignty.

In a congratulatory statement posted on his official X account, the Saudi foreign minister said the signing of the agreement by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reflects the three brotherly Muslim countries’ shared commitment and strong bilateral and trilateral ties.

Countering Common Threats and Strengthening Defense Cooperation

• Political and Military Commitment: The agreement reflects the shared political resolve of the three countries’ leadership to promote a safer and more stable regional environment.
• Common Security Challenges: According to the Saudi foreign minister, the agreement demonstrates a commitment to effectively address threats and challenges that could undermine regional peace and security.
• Defense Cooperation: A key objective of the agreement is to integrate and strengthen the defense capabilities of the participating countries while opening a new chapter in mutual cooperation.

A Secure Future and New Economic Opportunities

Prince Faisal bin Farhan also emphasized that the defense partnership would not be limited to the security sector but would also bring economic benefits.

“This agreement paves the way for a secure and promising future, creating new opportunities for economic growth, public prosperity and investment across the region in general and in the three countries in particular.”

The Saudi foreign minister’s remarks presented the Makkah Defense Agreement as an important framework for promoting lasting peace, strategic stability and defense cooperation across the Middle East and South Asia.