Pakistan faced widespread mockery after releasing a national anthem celebrating a new defence pact between Saudi Arabia and Turkey, which excludes Islamabad.
The anthem, titled '3 Flags, 1 Heart', was criticized for its perceived sycophancy, with local authorities in Islamabad ordering restaurants to display red and green colors in support.
Geopolitical analysts suggest the pact signals a shift in West Asian security architecture, potentially isolating Pakistan's influence in the region.