Islamabad, Pakistan — Pakistan has once again made it crystal clear that it stands firmly with Saudi Arabia “no matter what, no matter when,” with Prime Minister’s Spokesperson for Foreign Media Mosharraf Zaidi declaring that the country will be there for its brotherly neighbor before it is even needed.
Speaking in an interview with Bloomberg TV on March 11, 2026, Zaidi responded to questions about possible military or other aid amid the ongoing Iran conflict by stressing the deep, time-tested bond between the two nations. He pointed to the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement signed last year, which treats any attack on one as an attack on both, and highlighted Pakistan’s active diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation. Zaidi also praised Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states for showing restraint and resisting pressure to get drawn deeper into the conflict, while noting Saudi support for Pakistan’s fuel supply stability.
Key Highlights
- PM’s Spokesperson Mosharraf Zaidi says Pakistan will support Saudi Arabia “before it is needed” and “no matter what, no matter when”.
- Statement comes amid escalating Iran conflict and questions about possible Pakistani aid.
- Pakistan in regular contact with Saudi, Iranian and US leadership to promote de-escalation.
- Saudi Arabia already helping Pakistan maintain oil and diesel supply chain stability.
- Emphasis on the 2025 Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement signed by PM Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Zaidi made it clear that Pakistan’s approach is rooted in responsibility and friendship. He explained that the real question is not “if” Pakistan will help, but what steps both countries are taking together to stop the situation from worsening and protect regional peace.
The spokesperson recalled Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia and the close personal relationship between Pakistan’s top leadership and US officials. He also noted ongoing conversations between Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, which have helped encourage conciliatory steps from Tehran toward Gulf countries.
Pakistan is ready to support Saudi Arabia “no matter what” as tensions escalate across the Middle East following Iranian strikes on Gulf states, Bloomberg reports, citing PM Shehbaz Sharif’s spokesperson. https://t.co/RnUWpMNQgJ
— Arab News Pakistan (@arabnewspk) March 11, 2026
Mosharraf Zaidi stated, “There is no question that we might; we will. No matter what, no matter when. We don’t like our friends getting into quarrels with each other, and we certainly don’t like innocent people dying needlessly.”
This strong message of solidarity once again shows the depth of Pakistan-Saudi ties, built on shared Islamic values, strategic cooperation, and mutual support during difficult times. Saudi Arabia has long stood by Pakistan with economic and energy assistance, and Pakistan has consistently reciprocated that trust.
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By choosing the path of diplomacy and restraint while keeping its commitments rock-solid, Pakistan continues to play a mature and constructive role in the region. The entire nation takes pride in this principled stance, which protects both immediate interests and the broader dream of lasting peace and stability for all brotherly Muslim countries.
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