Pakistan army pledges strong response if Saudi Arabia threatened but PM treads cautiously

The Pakistani army chief has pledged Islamabad would respond strongly if Saudi Arabia’s territorial integrity is threatened. Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has, however, struck a cautious note while expressing support for the kingdom, yet again underscoring the difference between the power-centres in the country.

 

Pakistan’s passionate solidarity was articulated when Saudi Defence Minister Mohammad bin Salman visited the country. During his seven-hour stay, Prince Salman met the army head and Sharif separately. However, Salman did not hold talks with his Pakistan counterpart Khawaja Asif, who received him at the airport.

 

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