India has taken note of emerging security talks between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey that resemble an "Islamic NATO," featuring Saudi financial support, Pakistani nuclear and missile capabilities, and Turkish military expertise.

 India has taken note of emerging security talks between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey that resemble an "Islamic NATO," featuring Saudi financial support, Pakistani nuclear and missile capabilities, and Turkish military expertise. This proposed pact mirrors NATO's Article 5 by treating aggression against one member as an attack on all, amid shifting regional dynamics as the US prioritizes its interests and Israel.

The three nations have begun closer coordination, including their first trilateral naval meeting in Ankara this week, driven by converging interests in South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

Key RolesSaudi Arabia provides financial backing to sustain the alliance.

 Pakistan contributes its nuclear deterrent, ballistic missiles, and manpower.

 Turkey adds military expertise, a robust defense industry, and existing NATO membership with the alliance's second-largest military.

Shared ConcernsThe trio shares worries over Shiite-majority Iran, favoring engagement over confrontation.� They align on supporting a stable Sunni-led Syria and Palestinian statehood.

Defense TiesTurkey builds corvette warships for Pakistan's navy, modernizes its F-16 jets, and shares drone technology with both Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

Turkey has also invited them to its Kaan fifth-generation fighter program.

Indian ContextThese developments follow a May 2025 ceasefire ending Operation Sindoor, a four-day India-Pakistan standoff, during which Turkey visibly backed Pakistan.