Pakistan–Türkiye Relations: A Symbol of Growing Strategic Cooperation
Pakistan–Türkiye Relations: A Symbol of Growing Strategic Cooperation Pakistan and Türkiye have shared a close friendship for decades, but their relationship is now developing into something much broader and more strategic. What was once largely described as a relationship based on history, culture and mutual respect is increasingly supported by defence cooperation, economic ambitions, diplomatic coordination and regional security interests. In 2026, the partnership has attracted renewed attention because of several important developments involving defence and regional cooperation. At the same time, both countries are looking toward trade, investment, technology and energy as areas where their relationship can produce practical benefits. A Friendship That Has Lasted for Decades Pakistan and Türkiye have maintained friendly relations since Pakistan's independence in 1947. Over the years, political leaders, military officials, businesses and ordinary citizens have helped strengthen t...