Islamic NATO Threat: Pakistan, Saudi, Turkey Alliance Raises India's Security Concerns

• A potential 'Islamic NATO' alliance involving Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey is emerging, raising significant security concerns for India.
• This alliance aims to combine Turkish arms, Pakistan's nuclear capabilities, and Saudi Arabia's financial power, mirroring NATO's collective security Article 5.
• Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed a defense agreement last year, with Turkey now reportedly planning to join, driven by shared interests and a desire for enhanced deterrence.
• Experts like Nihat Ali Özcan highlight the complementary strengths: Saudi economic power, Pakistan's nuclear and human resources, and Turkey's military experience and defense industry.
• India is particularly concerned due to Pakistan's use of Turkish drones in past conflicts and Turkey's support for Pakistan, prompting India to strengthen ties with Greece and Cyprus.

Why It Matters: An emerging Pakistan-Saudi-Turkey defense alliance, dubbed 'Islamic NATO,' poses a significant security challenge for India.