The Defense of Interests: Saudi Arabia's New Play for Regional Influence The recent agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan to establish a secretariat under their joint defense pact has sent ripples throughout the Middle East and beyond.
On its surface, this move appears to be a straightforward consolidation of military cooperation among three key players in the region.
However, scratch beneath the surface, and it's clear that Riyadh is playing a more complex game – one that speaks volumes about Saudi Arabia's evolving strategic priorities.