Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye have officially signed the landmark joint defence agreement today, Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed.
According to the Foreign Office, the agreement formalises decades of close ties among the three countries and establishes a framework for enhanced defence collaboration based on mutual trust, shared interests and regional stability.
The FO said the pact is purely defensive in nature and is not directed against any country. It is designed to strengthen collective security and deterrence by ensuring closer military coordination, intelligence sharing and strategic cooperation among the three allies.
Officials said the agreement comes at a time of shifting regional security dynamics, with evolving conflicts and emerging threats highlighting the need for greater cooperation among like-minded partners. The trilateral framework aims to promote peace, prevent conflict through credible deterrence and contribute to long-term regional stability.
Makkah Al-Mukarramah Summit for Joint Defence.
At the gracious invitation of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the President of the Republic of Türkiye, H.E. Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and the Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of… pic.twitter.com/tYwKZq2EKK— Prime Minister’s Office (@PakPMO) August 7, 2026
The Foreign Office highlighted the complementary strengths of the three nations, citing Pakistan’s experienced armed forces and strategic capabilities, Saudi Arabia’s economic strength and regional influence, and Türkiye’s advanced defence technology and industrial base.
It further said the partnership would enhance defence cooperation while creating a balanced regional security architecture capable of responding to future challenges.
The FO also described Pakistan as an emerging regional stabiliser, pointing to its diplomatic engagement with countries across the region and its ability to maintain constructive relations with global powers. It said Islamabad’s strategic position enables it to play the role of a trusted bridge between regional and international stakeholders.
The statement emphasised that the trilateral defence pact is not a “Muslim NATO” or a military alliance targeting any state. Instead, it said the agreement seeks to institutionalise an already existing strategic partnership focused on collective defence, regional peace and people-centric prosperity.
The Foreign Office added that the agreement reflects the commitment of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye to strengthen self-reliance in regional security while promoting stability through coordinated defence and diplomatic cooperation.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir arrived in Saudi Arabia on Thursday for a three-day official visit, while Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is joining the summit on Friday.
The Pakistani delegation was received in Jeddah by Makkah Deputy Governor Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz and Saudi Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Abdulmohsen Al-Fadley.
Pakistan has also been actively pursuing diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the conflict involving Iran, which has disrupted regional stability and maritime traffic through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have maintained decades-long military cooperation, with Islamabad providing defence training and advisory support, while Riyadh has consistently extended financial assistance to Pakistan during periods of economic hardship.
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