Key facts
- The accord aims to boost defense cooperation and strengthen capabilities.
- It will support military exercises and training.
- It will foster cooperation on research and development.
- It aims to improve the countries' respective defense industries.
Turkey, Qatar, Pakistan, and Indonesia signed an agreement on Wednesday aimed at boosting defense cooperation and strengthening their defensive capabilities, according to the Turkish Defence Ministry. The accord, signed in Doha, will also support military exercises and training, cooperation on research and development, and contribute to joint efforts to improve the countries' respective defense industries.