Pakistan vows ‘all necessary measures’ to defend Saudi Arabia

Pakistan is prepared to take “all necessary defensive measures” to protect Saudi Arabia amid rising regional tensions, DG ISPR Lt. Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has said, reaffirming Islamabad’s commitment to the Kingdom’s security and sovereignty.

In an interview with Saudi newspaper, Chaudhry said Pakistan’s commitment to Saudi Arabia’s security, sovereignty and territorial integrity was “absolute and non-negotiable”.

He said Islamabad’s readiness was guided by the bilateral Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement and the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (MJDA), involving Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. 

Chaudhry said the Makkah alliance was moving towards practical implementation of its collective defence commitments, requiring measures to facilitate the rapid deployment of agreed forces and military capabilities inside Saudi Arabia.

These measures would include raising military readiness, strengthening integration, sharing intelligence and coordinating exclusively defensive operations, he added.

The military spokesperson confirmed that Pakistani troops were already stationed in Saudi Arabia, primarily providing defensive support and participating in military exercises and manoeuvres.

He said Pakistan would continue providing necessary assistance, including personnel, military capabilities, training and logistical support. However, he declined to disclose details of troop numbers, deployment locations or operational arrangements.

Chaudhry also called for restraint, de-escalation and diplomatic engagement, warning that further escalation would serve no party's interests.