Saudi Arabia-Pakistan Defence Pact: NATO-Style Agreement Sparks Global Attention

In a landmark move amid rising regional tensions, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have signed a formal mutual defence pact during PM Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Riyadh. The agreement, echoing NATO-style wording, declares that an attack on one will be considered an attack on both. While Pakistan hails this as a diplomatic victory, Saudi Arabia has clarified it will not affect its deepening relationship with India, a key economic partner with $41.8 billion in trade. Analysts suggest the pact is less about India and more about signalling strength to Israel after its recent strike in Doha. What does this mean for India, the Middle East, and global geopolitics? Watch the full analysis.