Pakistan and it's close ally Saudi Arabia signed a defence agreement on Wednesday (Sept 17) under which both countries have agreed to defend each other in situation of an external aggression. The “Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement” between both the Islamic nations was signed by Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The agreement clearly states that an attack on either of them would be considered "an aggression against both".&nbsp;“This agreement, which reflects the shared commitment of both nations to enhance their security and to achieve security and peace in the region and the world, aims to develop aspects of defense cooperation between the two countries and strengthen joint deterrence against any aggression,” a joint statement released after the signing of agreement read.&nbsp;How Has India Reacted to the Pakistan-Saudi Defence Pact&nbsp;Meanwhile, Indian that shares cordial relations with Saudi Arabia, reacting to the signing of the agreement with its neighbour Pakistan said it will take all necessary steps to safeguard its national interests.&nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-obstacles-to-our-cooperation-eu-warns-india-over-russian-oil-purchase-military-exercises-with-moscow-1758131116943"> ‘Obstacles to our cooperation’: EU warns India over Russian oil purchase, military exercises with Moscow</a>&nbsp;"We will study the implications of this development for our national security, as well as for regional and global stability. The Government remains committed to protecting India’s national interests and ensuring comprehensive national security in all domains," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in response to media queries.&nbsp;What is the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Defence Deal?&nbsp;The agreement between both the countries was sealed during &nbsp;Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s state visit to Riyadh and the announcement was made through a joint statement reported Reuters.&nbsp;The development comes after the recently held Doha summit that was attended by 40 Islamic nations including Pakistan. During the meet it was decided by these nations to form a Nato-like alliance after Israeli strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar last week. Interestingly Pakistan is the only Islamic nation that has nuclear capabilities.

The agreement between both the Islamic nations clearly states that an attack on either of them would be considered an aggression against both.

Pakistan and it's close ally Saudi Arabia signed a defence agreement on Wednesday (Sept 17) under which both countries have agreed to defend each other in situation of an external aggression. The “Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement” between both the Islamic nations was signed by Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The agreement clearly states that an attack on either of them would be considered "an aggression against both". “This agreement, which reflects the shared commitment of both nations to enhance their security and to achieve security and peace in the region and the world, aims to develop aspects of defense cooperation between the two countries and strengthen joint deterrence against any aggression,” a joint statement released after the signing of agreement read. How Has India Reacted to the Pakistan-Saudi Defence Pact Meanwhile, Indian that shares cordial relations with Saudi Arabia, reacting to the signing of the agreement with its neighbour Pakistan said it will take all necessary steps to safeguard its national interests. Also Read: ‘Obstacles to our cooperation’: EU warns India over Russian oil purchase, military exercises with Moscow "We will study the implications of this development for our national security, as well as for regional and global stability. The Government remains committed to protecting India’s national interests and ensuring comprehensive national security in all domains," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in response to media queries. What is the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Defence Deal? The agreement between both the countries was sealed during Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s state visit to Riyadh and the announcement was made through a joint statement reported Reuters. The development comes after the recently held Doha summit that was attended by 40 Islamic nations including Pakistan. During the meet it was decided by these nations to form a Nato-like alliance after Israeli strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar last week. Interestingly Pakistan is the only Islamic nation that has nuclear capabilities.

The defence agreement between both the Islamic nations, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia clearly states that an external aggression or attack on either of them would be considered "an aggression against both".

Nuclear armed Pakistan, Saudi Arabia sign defence deal, India says 'will study implications'

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Nuclear armed Pakistan, Saudi Arabia sign defence deal, India says 'will study implications'