Bashir Ali Abbas

Bashir Ali Abbas, a Senior Research Associate at the Council for Strategic and Defence Research, delves into the recent Saudi-Pakistan Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement. He unpacks the historical roots of their military ties and debates the significance of the deal for regional stability. Key topics include why Saudi Arabia, despite US ties, turned to Pakistan for defense, and what this means for India’s security dynamics. Abbas reassures that while the agreement is impactful, it won't destabilize India-Saudi relations, and emphasizes India's strategic approach in West Asia.