Pakistan Stands Shoulder-to-Shoulder with Saudi Arabia for Its Sovereignty, Defense, and Regional Security, States Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called the Mecca Defence Pact a historic step towards peace, unity and stability in the region, which reaffirms Pakistan’s steadfast support for the Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and security.
These were his words during a high-level meeting with the recently appointed Secretary-General of the Mecca Defense Alliance, Lieutenant General (Retd) Nauman Mahmud, in Islamabad. Prime Minister Sharif wished the secretary-general the best of luck in his new, crucial role.
The Meeting and Strategic Cooperation of the prime ministers included the following key highlights:
Historic Milestone for Regional Stability: Prime Minister Sharif said the Mecca Defense Alliance is an everlasting framework for institutionalized defense cooperation, and under this historic agreement, Pakistan has always been on Saudi’s side, shoulder-to-shoulder, to safeguard both the defense and security of the region.
In response to Sovereign Rights, the premier affirmed Islamabad’s unwavering position on the issue of territorial integrity of Saudi Arabia, stating that the country fully supports the Kingdom’s right to self-defense and reiterates its strong commitment in safeguarding the territorial integrity of the Kingdom.
During the meeting, the Secretary-General Lt. Gen. (Retd) Nauman Mahmud briefed the prime minister on the comprehensive operational strategic plan and framework to improve the defence and strategic cooperation between the member states.
Expanded Diplomatic Interaction: Secretary General of the Pakistan Army also took part in the meeting which followed a recent high-level meeting with President Asif Zardari, where the President stated Pakistan’s entire commitment towards promoting regional peace and strengthening defense readiness.