Toward an Islamic NATO?
In a rapidly fragmenting global order, Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia are exploring a trilateral defense arrangement that could redefine regional security architectures. Often dubbed an Islamic NATO, the proposed pact reflects a broader shift by middle powers toward strategic autonomy as US security guarantees wane. This convergence signals the merging of Middle Eastern and South Asian strategic theaters into a single geopolitical map.
US to Assist Pakistan’s FIA in Modernizing to FBI Standards
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Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi meets U.S. Ambassador to discuss FIA modernization to match FBI standards.