Pakistan stated that a significant number of its military personnel are in Saudi Arabia

Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, Sajjad Haydar Khan, made statements regarding Pakistan's military presence in Saudi Arabia at the press conference held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan.

Emphasizing that the Mecca Alliance established between Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is a "defense organization", Han said, "This alliance aims to defend three countries against attacks. Therefore, these forces will not cross the Yemen border to launch an attack against the Houthis. However, of course, they will be used to defend the country's territory and protect its sovereignty." he said.

Khan reminded that the three countries agreed to ensure deterrence and protect Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Stating that the Pakistan Armed Forces have been performing various duties, including logistic support and training activities, in Saudi Arabia since 1982, Khan said, "Pakistan already has a significant number of military forces and resources in Riyadh. It is now the responsibility of the organization to evaluate the threat perception and act in line with its own mission definition." he said.

Khan also pointed out the deep-rooted political and military relations between Türkiye and Pakistan and stated that the Mecca Alliance Agreement offers a common platform that will strengthen the cooperation between the three countries.