Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Türkiye have agreed to bolster their military and intelligence cooperation in response to increasing attacks by Yemen’s Houthi forces targeting Saudi interests. This decision was made during a meeting of the three countries’ chiefs of staff in Riyadh, aimed at enhancing coordination under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement signed in August.
The military officials discussed the regional security challenges and resolved to integrate their defensive capabilities further. Their commitment to collective defense and the protection of Saudi Arabia’s security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity was reaffirmed. This meeting occurred against the backdrop of intensified Houthi attacks on Saudi-linked infrastructure and interests, as well as on shipping routes in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, raising broader regional security concerns.
In a separate meeting, Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman met with Pakistan’s army chief, Asim Munir, to discuss the recent Houthi attacks and explore ways to strengthen joint defense measures. The discussions underscored the importance of translating the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement into practical military and security cooperation.
The agreement stipulates that an armed attack against any of the three nations is considered an attack against all, thereby calling for expanded defense cooperation and stronger collective deterrence. This strategic alignment marks a concerted effort by Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Türkiye to address the escalating threats and enhance their mutual defense capabilities.
