Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia have signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, establishing a collective defence commitment among the three countries.
Signed in Makkah on August 7, 2026, the agreement states that an armed attack against any one of the three countries will be considered an attack against all three. The pact aims to strengthen defence cooperation, collective security and coordination among the participating countries.
The agreement comes amid ongoing security concerns across the region, with the three countries seeking greater cooperation on defence and regional stability.
Officials have described the agreement as defensive in nature and said it is focused on protecting the sovereignty and security of the three countries. The pact is not presented as being directed against any particular country.
Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia already maintain defence and diplomatic ties, and the new agreement provides a broader framework for cooperation between them. Future discussions are expected to focus on the implementation of the agreement and military coordination.
The pact also reflects the three countries’ stated interest in strengthening regional security through closer cooperation. Its collective defence provision means that an armed attack against one member would have implications for all three under the agreement.
Further details regarding implementation, military cooperation and coordination mechanisms are expected to emerge as the three countries continue discussions.
The Makkah agreement places defence cooperation at the centre of Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia’s strategic relationship while highlighting their stated commitment to collective security and regional stability.
