'Shouldn't be exclusive club': Pak minister seeks Nato-like Islamic military alliance
Pakistan's defense minister has put forth an innovative concept for an Islamic military coalition, reminiscent of NATO's structure. This initiative follows a newly established defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Turkey, ensuring collective protection against external attacks. By leveraging Saudi wealth, Turkish defense technology, and Pakistan's military prowess, the agreement seeks to bolster…
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has urged Islamic nations to transcend their disagreements and collaborate on an alliance akin to NATO, following a defence pact signed with Saudi Arabia and Turkey. Addressing Geo News, Asif emphasized that the agreement should not be confined to an exclusive group. He advocated for Muslim countries to set aside their differences and unite, drawing parallels to NATO's collective defense principle.
The three nations signed the pact in Mecca, which commits them to treat an armed attack against one as an attack on all, mirroring NATO's Article 5. The agreement highlights Saudi Arabia's financial clout, Turkey's defense industry, and Pakistan's military and nuclear prowess. Pakistan's foreign ministry attributes the pact's formation to historical ties, strategic interests, and a shared commitment to defense cooperation and Islamic solidarity.
The development comes amid escalating tensions due to Iran's conflict with regional allies, including the U.S. and Israel's recent strikes on Iran.
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