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Saudi Envoy and Pakistan's CDF Express Satisfaction on Makkah Defence Pact Progress
Saudi Arabia's new envoy to Pakistan meets military chief, praising progress under trilateral defence pact.
In brief
Saudi Arabia's new envoy to Pakistan meets military chief, praising progress under trilateral defence pact. Saudi Arabia's new ambassador to Pakistan and Pakistan's chief of defence forces express satisfaction over advancements in the Makkah defence agreement. Originally reported by Dawn.
Saudi Envoy Arrives in Islamabad
Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to Pakistan Dr Rajeh Tami Albugamy assumed diplomatic responsibilities in Islamabad last Thursday.
New Envoy Meets Pakistan's Military Chief
Dr Rajeh Tami Albugamy met with Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi on Monday.
Satisfaction Expressed on Makkah Pact Progress
Both sides expressed satisfaction over progress made under the trilateral Makkah defence agreement.
Makkah Defence Pact Details
The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement signed on August 7 aims to strengthen collective deterrence among signatory states.
Recent Emergency Meeting
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye convened an emergency meeting under the Makkah alliance this month to deploy military forces rapidly.
Houthi Attacks Context
The meeting occurred amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, raising regional security concerns.
PM Shehbaz Reaffirms Support
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed pakistan's support for saudi arabia's sovereignty amid houthi attacks.
DPM Dar's Reaffirmation
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar underscored fraternal ties with saudi arabia during meetings with the new envoy.
Strategic Ties Emphasized
Both leaders emphasized shared faith, mutual trust and strategic partnership between pakistan and saudi arabia.
Military Support Commitment
Pakistan's military stated it will provide whatever support is needed to defend saudi arabia against houthi rebels.
Two Defence Pacts Signed
Islamabad and Riyadh signed two defence pacts: the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement and Makkah Joint Defence Alliance including turkiye.
What Happens Next
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will continue strengthening strategic coordination under the Makkah defence pact framework.
The essence
Saudi Arabia's new ambassador to Pakistan and Pakistan's chief of defence forces express satisfaction over advancements in the Makkah defence agreement.
