Top officials from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan met Monday for a defense accord. This joint defense agreement aims to strengthen collective deterrence against aggression. Discussions will cover enhancing defense capabilities and interoperability among forces. Cooperation in the defense industry, including joint production, is also planned. The pact is open to expansion, with Egypt as a potential candidate.

Top officials from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan met Monday for a defense accord. This joint defense agreement aims to strengthen collective deterrence against aggression. …

Foreign and defense ministers, as well as the chiefs of staff, of the three countries will attend the meeting in Istanbul, Reuters reported.