For India, the Mecca pact is a setback. For China, it's a warning

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A new defense pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey has been signed, seen as a setback for India. The agreement may allow China increased access to weapons systems and could shift U.S. military focus in West Asia, affecting geopolitical balances.

A new defense pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey has been signed. This agreement is seen as a setback for India's regional interests. China may benefit commercially from increased weapon system access. However, the pact could also reduce US military focus in West Asia. This shift might allow greater US attention on China's growing influence.