India set to scrutinize potential impacts of Pakistan-Saudi Arabia military agreement
In a significant move, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have formalized a Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement, marking a new era in their defense relations. The pact was signed at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's state visit to the kingdom on Wednesday.
The agreement, which positions Pakistan as the most capable Muslim power to safeguard regional stability, aims to enhance bilateral security ties, contribute to regional and global peace, develop defense cooperation further, and strengthen joint deterrence against any aggression.
The pact stipulates that any aggression against one country shall be considered aggression against both, underscoring Saudi Arabia's trust in Pakistan as its most reliable partner at a moment of escalating threats. This close defensive alliance reflects a joint commitment to strengthening security ties between the two states.
Notably, the agreement also includes a clause where Pakistan will provide Saudi Arabia with its nuclear capabilities, despite Saudi Arabia not possessing nuclear weapons itself. This move is seen as a reflection of the deepening partnership between the two nations.
The timing of the agreement is linked to recent regional turbulence, including Israeli strikes, the Doha summit, and heightened concerns across the Arab world about sovereignty and unilateral aggression. Defence analyst Sohail Muhammad Ali has termed the agreement a 'historic development,' describing it as the most significant defense pact in Pakistan's history.
India, a neighbouring country, has expressed its intention to study the implications of this defense pact on its national security and regional security. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has stated that the government remains committed to protecting India's national interests and ensuring comprehensive national security in all domains.
The agreement carries historic importance not only for Pakistan but also for South Asia and the broader Islamic world. It is a response to the current global environment marked by unilateral aggression, violations of international law, and infringements on state sovereignty.
The Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman, received Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during his state visit, further emphasizing the strong bond between the two nations. The pact stands out for its binding clause that treats any aggression against either country as an attack on both, elevating bilateral ties into a formal security commitment.
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