In a significant development on the global stage, former US President Donald Trump claimed victory in the 2024 presidential race. Meanwhile, in the Middle East, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) to discuss key military and strategic matters.
According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the two leaders discussed a range of military issues, alongside broader topics of mutual interest between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. The high-profile meeting, which took place in Riyadh, was attended by Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, National Security Advisor Dr. Musaed bin Mohammed Al Aiban, and the head of Saudi intelligence, Khalid bin Ali Al-Humaidan. Key Pakistani diplomats, including Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ahmed Farooq and Military Attaché Brigadier General Mohammad Asim, were also present.
This meeting between General Munir and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is expected to strengthen bilateral defense ties and foster deeper cooperation between the two nations, marking another chapter in their growing partnership.
The developments on both fronts, with Trump’s victory and the strategic talks in Riyadh, highlight a dynamic shift in global politics, particularly in the realms of US politics and Middle Eastern geopolitics.