Mecca Agreement enters into force
The Mecca Agreement, signed by Türkiye, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia to establish a joint defense framework, entered into force following its publication in Türkiye's Official Gazette on November 14, 2026. Law No.
7597, approving the agreement signed by the three countries in Mecca on August 7, 2026, was formally enacted after its adoption by the Turkish Grand National Assembly (TBMM). The law stipulates that its provisions will be implemented by the President.
Consisting of 16 articles, the agreement aims to strengthen defense, security, intelligence sharing, and military cooperation among Türkiye, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia. Under its provisions, an externally launched armed attack against any one of the participating countries will be considered an attack against the others, potentially triggering mutual assistance mechanisms. The agreement also covers cooperation in joint military exercises, defense industry projects, and logistical support. The framework marks the beginning of a new phase in regional security and collective defense cooperation among the three countries.