Syria weighing whether to join Makkah pact: foreign minister
⟶ Syria's Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani stated on Saturday that Damascus is considering whether to join the Makkah defence pact. This pact binds Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye.
Syria’s Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani on Saturday said Damascus was considering whether to join the Makkah defence pact that binds Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye. The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, signed on Aug 7, empowers the three members to cons…
Background
The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement was signed on August 7. It empowers the three members to take collective action.
Why it matters
Syria's consideration to join the Makkah pact indicates a potential shift in regional alliances and security cooperation. The agreement's focus on collective defense suggests a move towards greater regional stability or mutual security arrangements.