📷 Image: Times of India (via NewsData)
International
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan Invite Iran to Join Mecca Pact
✍️ Times of India
🗓 24 Aug 2026, 06:38 AM
👁 2
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have formally invited Iran to become a member of the Mecca Pact, a regional security and cooperation framework, reports say.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan announced that they have extended an invitation to Iran to join the Mecca Pact, a multilateral arrangement aimed at enhancing security and cooperation across the region. The move, reported by the Times of India, reflects a shift towards broader diplomatic engagement among the four nations.
The Mecca Pact, originally launched by Saudi Arabia with the participation of Turkey and Pakistan, focuses on counter‑terrorism, economic collaboration and cultural exchange. By inviting Iran, the member states hope to create a more inclusive platform that can address shared challenges such as regional instability and illicit financing.
While the invitation signals a willingness to broaden the dialogue, officials have not disclosed the timeline for any formal accession or the specific terms that Iran would need to meet. The development comes amid ongoing efforts by regional powers to reduce tensions and foster cooperation in the Middle East.
The Mecca Pact, originally launched by Saudi Arabia with the participation of Turkey and Pakistan, focuses on counter‑terrorism, economic collaboration and cultural exchange. By inviting Iran, the member states hope to create a more inclusive platform that can address shared challenges such as regional instability and illicit financing.
While the invitation signals a willingness to broaden the dialogue, officials have not disclosed the timeline for any formal accession or the specific terms that Iran would need to meet. The development comes amid ongoing efforts by regional powers to reduce tensions and foster cooperation in the Middle East.