Mecca Agreement marks ongoing Saudi-Turkish-Pakistani military cooperation, analyst says

Political analyst Dr. Mohammed Al-Harbi said the Mecca Agreement is an extension of ongoing military cooperation between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan.

Speaking in an interview with Al-Ikhbariya Radio, Al-Harbi added that the agreement is not a sudden development, but rather aligns with global changes. He noted that the process began in 2020 with the signing of several strategic agreements with Turkey covering weapons, artificial intelligence, munitions, and drones. In 2025, Saudi-Pakistani talks were further strengthened.

Al-Harbi also stated that the agreement carries significant implications for reshaping alliances and blocs worldwide, as the three countries together are equivalent to 26 European nations and have a combined population nearing 400 million. He highlighted their vital trade routes and connections linking Asia, Africa, and Europe.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, establishing a trilateral framework for defense cooperation. The agreement stipulates that any armed attack against one of the three nations will be considered an attack against all, aiming to bolster collective deterrence and support security and stability.

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