Pakistan’s Iran-war role: Short-term gain, long-term weakness
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have signed a Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement, which includes a nuclear deterrent for Riyadh and extends Pakistan's nuclear umbrella over Saudi Arabia. This pact could destabilize the Middle East, as it lacks the guardrails and institutions that prevent countries from abusing the system and dragging fellow members into an unwanted war.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have signed a defense pact, including a nuclear deterrent for Riyadh. The pact extends Pakistan's nuclear umbrella over Saudi Arabia. This comes at a time when the region is experiencing wars and proxy conflicts. The agreement lacks clear definitions of aggression, which could lead to chaos. Saudi Arabia seeks to reduce reliance on the US for security. The pact's language is similar to NATO's Article 5, but without the same safeguards.
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