Pakistan is moving closer to a trilateral defence agreement with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye, as draft documents have already been prepared and shared among all three countries, according to Minister for Defence Production Muhammad Raza Hayat Harraj. Speaking in Islamabad, the minister confirmed that the proposed pact has been under discussion for nearly ten months and is currently in the final deliberation phase.
Harraj explained that the Pakistan Saudi Turkiye defence deal is separate from the previously announced bilateral Saudi Pakistan defence agreement. He emphasized that while the drafts are ready, a final consensus among the three nations is required before the contract can be formally signed. The talks reflect growing concerns over regional security challenges and the need for stronger cooperation amid rising instability.
Meanwhile, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan acknowledged that discussions have taken place but clarified that no agreement has yet been signed. He stressed the importance of regional trust and collective security platforms, saying that closer cooperation among regional nations could help prevent conflicts, terrorism, and external interference.
Reports suggest that Turkiye is in advanced discussions to join broader defence frameworks with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. However, Pakistani officials maintain that the current draft is a distinct and independent initiative. Pakistan and Turkiye already share longstanding defence ties, including naval projects, aircraft upgrades, and drone technology cooperation.
Officials believe Pakistan’s recent military performance and expanding defence exports have strengthened its position, with several countries now showing interest in Pakistani fighter jets, further boosting Islamabad’s defence diplomacy.
