The Economic Times

Is America behind Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey Mecca defence pact? Heres what US President Donald Trump said on 'Islamic NATO'

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey Defence Pact: US President Donald Trump has welcomed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement signed by Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan, calling it an important step towards stronger regional security. Describing the agreement as a BIG, BOLD, IMPORTANT FIRST STEP, he said he was very happy that Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan ecently, and finally signed the agreement. Heres what the pact means and what Trump said about the emerging defence alliance.