Pakistan's Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, has asserted that Saudi Arabia would support Pakistan if a conflict with India arises, citing a new mutual defence agreement between the two nations. In a recent interview with Geo TV, Asif confirmed that the pact stipulates that an attack on one country would be considered an aggression against both. He emphasized that the agreement is not an offensive alliance but a defensive arrangement, stating, "Aggression from anywhere will be defended and answered to jointly."
The agreement, signed on September 17, 2025, in Riyadh, has raised concerns in India. While the pact does not explicitly name any country as an aggressor, its implications suggest a commitment to mutual defense in the event of hostilities involving Pakistan. This development comes amid heightened tensions in the region and has prompted India to urge Saudi Arabia to consider the sensitivities of all parties involved.
Asif's statements have further complicated the situation, especially regarding Pakistan's nuclear capabilities. Initially, he indicated that Pakistan's nuclear deterrent could be shared with Saudi Arabia under the new agreement. However, he later clarified that such capabilities would not be transferred, stating, "What we have, and the capabilities we possess, will be made available to Saudi Arabia according to this agreement."
The evolving dynamics of this defense pact highlight the shifting geopolitical alliances in the region and the potential implications for regional security
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