China waits in wings as Mecca pact signals Gulf move beyond US security umbrella
- Posted on August 9, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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China waits in wings as Mecca pact signals Gulf move beyond US security umbrella
The Nato-style deal between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey highlights the growing doubts in the region about over-reliance on Washington.
