In a landmark development for regional stability and bilateral ties, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have signed a historic defence and strategic cooperation agreement, widely regarded as the result of exceptional coordination between Pakistan’s civilian and military leadership. A senior government official, speaking to The News, revealed that the pact marks a new era of trust and unity between the country’s top leadership—Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. The official emphasized that this level of alignment is unprecedented in recent history, with both leaders working in complete harmony to secure national interests. “There is a unique harmonious relationship between the two based on pure national interest and focused on the development of Pakistan,” a close aide to the prime minister stated. The defence agreement is said to involve expanded military cooperation, intelligence sharing, joint training programs, and broader strategic alignment between Islamabad and Riyadh. It reflects a shared vision not only for Pakistan’s foreign and defence policy but also for long-term regional security and economic stability. Analysts say this cooperation enhances Pakistan’s geopolitical relevance and deepens its strategic relationship with the Gulf powerhouse. The agreement also demonstrates Pakistan’s renewed diplomatic focus on Gulf countries as it seeks investment, strategic depth, and security collaboration. It is believed that the personal rapport and mutual respect between PM Sharif and Field Marshal Munir played a central role in bringing the deal to fruition. This evolving civil-military unity, grounded in national interest rather than individual ambition, is being hailed as a potential model for governance and diplomacy. With this milestone, Pakistan signals its readiness to play a more prominent and constructive role in regional and international affairs.
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Sign Historic Defence Pact Amid Unprecedented Civil-Military Harmony
