Bangladesh to 'positively' consider joining Makkah pact if invited: foreign minister
Bangladesh would consider joining the Makkah Pact “positively” if invited by founding members, Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman told parliament on Thursday. “Joining the pact or not has not come yet, as it is subjected to the intention of the parties involved in the pact. If they invite Bangladesh to join, then we will definitely consider it positively,” the foreign minister said, assuring…
Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman stated on Thursday that Bangladesh would consider joining the Makkah Pact "positively" if invited by the founding members. The decision hinges on the intention of the involved parties. Rahman assured parliament that Dhaka would evaluate the potential benefits before making any decision to join the pact.
He emphasized that the Makkah Pact serves as the Muslim world's self-defense mechanism and is an internal matter concerning the Muslim family. Opposition leader Shafiqur Rahman echoed this sentiment, saying that joining the pact is Bangladesh's own decision and no one else should concern themselves with it. State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir had earlier expressed interest in joining the pact, noting that Dhaka views it positively.
The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, signed by Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan on August 7, aims to strengthen collective security, deepen defense cooperation, and promote peace and stability in the region and beyond.
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