Pakistan to Host Third Makkah Defence Alliance Meeting With Saudi Arabia and Türkiye
ISLAMABAD, November 10, 2026: Pakistan is expected to host the third meeting of the Makkah Defence Alliance’s Strategic Political and Defence Committee in Islamabad later this month, bringing together senior officials from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye.
According to The Nation, diplomatic sources say the meeting will focus on strengthening defence cooperation, military coordination and regional security.
The exact date has not yet been confirmed.
Who Will Attend the Makkah Defence Alliance Meeting?
The proposed meeting is expected to include foreign ministers, defence ministers and senior military commanders from the three member countries.
Pakistan’s delegation is expected to include:
- Ishaq Dar: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister
- Khawaja Muhammad Asif: Defence Minister
- Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir: Chief of Defence Forces
Senior political and military representatives from Saudi Arabia and Türkiye are also expected to participate.
According to The Express Tribune, the meeting is expected during the final week of November.
What Is the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement?
The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement was signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye on August 7, 2026.
According to Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry, the agreement establishes a framework for collective security and closer military cooperation.
One of its central provisions states that an armed attack against one member will be regarded as an attack against all three countries.
The agreement also seeks to strengthen military coordination, defence capabilities and regional security cooperation.
Previous Meetings of the Defence Committee
The Strategic Political and Defence Committee has previously met twice.
| Meeting | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|
| First | Istanbul, Türkiye | August 31, 2026 |
| Second | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | October 5, 2026 |
| Third | Islamabad, Pakistan | Expected November 2026 |
During the Istanbul meeting, the countries agreed to establish a permanent secretariat in Saudi Arabia.
Pakistan was designated to provide the secretariat’s first secretary-general for a three-year term.
The members also agreed to pursue joint defence technology development and production.
Why Is the Islamabad Meeting Important?
The upcoming meeting comes amid continuing tensions involving Iran, the United States and regional security developments in the Middle East.
Recent Houthi attacks on Saudi infrastructure have added to security concerns.
The three countries are expected to discuss ways to improve coordination and strengthen their existing defence commitments.
However, no new military deployment or additional defence agreement has been officially announced in connection with the Islamabad meeting.
When Will the Meeting Take Place?
Diplomatic sources expect the gathering in late November 2026.
An official schedule and final list of participants have not yet been released.
Further details are expected through government announcements as preparations progress.