Published on, Sept. 19 -- September 19, 2025 6:29 PM

Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has said that while it is too early to name other countries, the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defense agreement is not closed to the inclusion of other nations. He clarified that the door remains open for future partners in the pact.

According to the minister, the recently signed Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement (SMDA) between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is a major step forward. He explained that under the deal, an attack on either country will be considered an attack on both. In such a scenario, both nations will respond jointly. He added that the agreement has enhanced Pakistan's global standing and credibility.

Khawaja Asif emphasized that while no third cou...