Iran questions China's stance on Mecca Agreement
The article analyzes China's stance on the joint defense agreement in Mecca between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, signed in August 2026. The agreement aims to strengthen regional cooperation and balance in the area. It explains that China's foreign policy relies on non-interference and strategic engagement without security commitments, allowing it to maintain neutral relations with West Asian countries without becoming entangled in regional conflicts. Although the agreement enhances China's ability to expand its regional influence and could enable Pakistan to become a platform for Chinese weapons while boosting Saudi investments in the economic corridor between Beijing and Islamabad, there are risks that it could turn into a mechanism to curb Iran's influence, potentially leading to new security tensions. Additionally, if the initiative fails, some countries might become further dependent on the United States, especially as Washington continues its strategy of sharing burdens and managing challenges with its allies. The inclusion of Turkey, meanwhile, could limit China's ability to operate independently due to its ties to NATO and Western dominance.
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