Saudi Arabia and Pakistan formalize a mutual defense agreement
In a significant move aimed at enhancing regional security, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have signed a new strategic defense pact on September 17. The deal, which was sealed by Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, was published by the Saudi Press Agency.
The agreement, however, does not specify the nature or extent of the defense cooperation, nor does it provide a timeline for its implementation. It does state that an attack on either Saudi Arabia or Pakistan will be considered an aggression against both, signalling a strong commitment to mutual defense.
The agreement comes in response to recent tensions in the Gulf, specifically the Israeli strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar. The move is seen as a bid to bolster joint deterrence and develop aspects of defense cooperation.
Meanwhile, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi was visiting Saudi Arabia at the time and had to cut short his trip due to the conflict between India and Pakistan. The two nuclear powers have recently engaged in an intense four-day conflict in May, resulting in more than 70 casualties on both sides. The conflict occurred following a deadly shooting attack on tourists in India that sparked the hostilities.
India and Pakistan, like many nations in the region, have a history of accusing each other of backing militant forces to destabilize one another. This new defense pact between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan could potentially play a key role in defusing such conflicts in the future.
Elsewhere, Finland and Sweden signed a similar defense pact in 2022, stating that an attack on one of the countries will be considered an aggression against both.
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It's worth noting that Saudi Arabia is a significant supplier of oil to India, the world's most populous country. The agreement, therefore, could have far-reaching implications for the region's geopolitical landscape.
However, the agreement does not state any consequences for an aggression against either Saudi Arabia or Pakistan, nor does it mention any other countries or organizations. Furthermore, the details of the cost of a dental implant in 2025, a topic briefly mentioned in the article, are not provided.
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As the situation unfolds, more details about these agreements and their implications are expected to emerge.
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