Pakistan Discusses Expanded Defense Agreement with Kuwait on July 17, Seeking Energy Deals

According to Jin10, five sources said Pakistan is negotiating with Kuwait to expand defense cooperation in exchange for energy deals and investment on July 17. Talks remain in early stages, though escalating U.S.-Iran tensions could complicate negotiations.

The discussions are rooted in concerns over Pakistan's 2025 defense agreement with Saudi Arabia. Pakistan, a nuclear-armed nation, previously told Iran that any attacks on Saudi Arabia would be treated as attacks on Pakistan itself. Kuwait has faced repeated Iranian strikes this year, raising questions about Pakistan's position amid U.S.-Iran regional tensions.