1. Roadmap for Trilateral Strategic Cooperation
During the meeting in Islamabad, the newly appointed Secretary-General briefed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the operational strategy and structural roadmap designed to expand defense-industrial and military coordination under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement.
Institutional Governance: As the first Secretary-General heading the alliance's General Secretariat in Riyadh, Lt. Gen. (retd) Nauman Mahmood presented detailed operational guidelines aimed at streamlining joint defense initiatives among member nations.
Expanding Military Coordination: The strategic briefing encompassed protocols for joint military exercises, enhanced intelligence sharing, and integrated defense-industrial cooperation among Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye.
Institutional Support: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the Secretary-General on assuming his post and expressed full institutional backing from the Pakistani government to ensure the alliance's secretariat operates smoothly.
2. Reaffirming Unwavering Support for Saudi Security
Against the backdrop of heightened Middle Eastern tensions, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated that Pakistan stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to uphold its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and regional defense.
Milestone for Regional Peace: Terming the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement a historic milestone for unity and collective deterrence, the Prime Minister emphasized Pakistan's complete support for Saudi Arabia's legitimate right to self-defense.
Strategic Deterrence: The discussion highlighted ongoing coordination mechanisms designed to activate mutual defense provisions and safeguard vital diplomatic, urban, and economic infrastructure across the Arabian Peninsula.
Commitment to Peace: PM Shehbaz Sharif reiterated that the framework serves as a cornerstone for long-term regional stability, establishing a structured mechanism for rapid consultation and joint crisis response.
