MAKKAH: Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan signed a landmark defense agreement in Makkah on Friday, pledging to strengthen their military partnership, enhance regional security and expand long-term defense cooperation. Before the signing ceremony, the three leaders reviewed their longstanding relations and discussed matters of mutual interest, including regional security, defense cooperation and strategic partnerships. He said it reflects the deep strategic relationship among Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan while demonstrating their common determination to confront regional security challenges and promote stability. Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman said the pact establishes a long term partnership that will enhance deterrence, improve coordination and deepen defense integration among the three countries. He noted that it is intended to boost joint defense capabilities, improve military readiness and reinforce strategic deterrence through closer cooperation.