Tehran to host Saudi, Turkish, Pakistani officials for joint security meeting

Ali Bagheri Kani, deputy secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), announced that Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman, Pakistani army chief General Asim Munir, and Turkish intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin will take part in a joint meeting during a visit to Tehran. According to Bagheri, General Asim Munir, in a meeting with Major General Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of the SNSC, conveyed the decision by senior Saudi, Turkish, and Pakistani officials to travel to Tehran, meet the secretary of Iran's SNSC, and hold a joint meeting.

Bagheri stated that the three countries attending the meeting, together with Iran, can take an effective step toward establishing endogenous regional security by drawing on the Islamic Republic's successful experience in building national security during the third imposed war. The meeting appears to be part of regional diplomatic efforts to enhance security cooperation among the four nations.

The announcement comes amid ongoing regional tensions and diplomatic engagements. The participation of high-ranking officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan underscores a collective interest in addressing regional security challenges through dialogue and cooperation. Iran's experience in national security, particularly during the imposed war, was highlighted as a potential model for collaborative efforts.

No further details were provided about the agenda or the expected outcomes of the meeting. The visit and joint meeting are seen as a significant step in regional diplomacy, with the potential to foster greater understanding and cooperation among the participating countries. The report by Mehr News added that the officials will meet with the secretary of Iran's SNSC during their visit to Tehran.