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Bangladesh Explores Joining 'Islamic NATO' Defence Pact

Bangladesh Explores Joining 'Islamic NATO' Defence Pact

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THE BRIEF
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Bangladesh is actively considering joining a proposed 'Islamic NATO' defence pact involving Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey to shift its regional security alignment.

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The potential alliance has raised concerns in India regarding the shifting power dynamics in South Asia and the implications of a Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan axis.

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Analysts suggest that Dhaka's interest in the pact reflects a broader strategy to diversify its diplomatic and military partnerships amid changing geopolitical pressures.