Pakistan places $1.5 billion Sudan weapons sale on hold after Saudi objection: Reuters
The refusal comes amidst a brutal power struggle going on currently between Sudan’s army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.
Saudi-Pakistan Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement (SMDA).
The Unraveling of UAE-Pakistan Relations
While Imran Khan tried to steer Pakistan away from the Arab bloc, the return of the Sharifs to government turned the clock back.
Pakistan and the New Gulf War: Many Agreements, Little Action
For decades, the Pakistani military has served as the “silent guardian” of the Gulf. From supporting Arab countries against Israel in Arab-Israeli wars to helping Arab rehbars in their internal conflicts and, most important, as the protector of holy mosques. However, most significant development came on September 17, 2025, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement (SMDA).