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Anadolu Agency (14 October 2026)

Amir Latif Arain

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday characterized the Makkah Defense Alliance as a “historic" milestone for peace, unity and stability in the region as he reaffirmed Islamabad's “unwavering commitment” to the protection of Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and security.

Sharif made the remarks during a meeting with the newly appointed Makkah Defense Alliance Secretary General, retired Lt. Gen. Nauman Mahmood, who briefed him on the strategy to promote defense and strategic cooperation under the pact, according to a statement from the prime minister’s office.

Mahmood was appointed as the first secretary general of the defense alliance between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye in August.

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