Islamabad: A new nationwide survey conducted by Gallup Pakistan, the country's leading social research organization, reveals that an overwhelming 90% of Pakistanis support the recently signed Strategic Military Agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, underscoring strong public confidence in the bilateral partnership and in Pakistan's armed forces.The survey - part of Gallup Pakistan's ongoing series on public opinion regarding national and international affairs - interviewed 1,450 adults (18 years and older) across both urban and rural Pakistan through Random Digit Dialing (RDD) telephone methodology, ensuring national representativeness by gender and region.Key FindingsMassive Support for the Pact:A remarkable 90% of Pakistanis express support for the Saudi-Pakistan Defence Pact. Only 5% oppose the agreement, while 5% remain undecided.Confidence in Pakistan Army's Capability:79% of respondents believe that Pakistan's Army is capable of protecting Saudi Arabia if required, whereas only 7% disagree.Boost in Trust for the Army:The pact has had a positive impact on public confidence - 76% of Pakistanis say their trust in the Pakistan Army has increased following the agreement.Support for Defensive Action:More than 8 in 10 Pakistanis (84%) would support potential military action in defense of Saudi Arabia if circumstances demand it.Perceived Benefits of the Pact:When asked about the main benefit of the defence pact:o 29% cited defence protection,o 23% pointed to an enhanced global image of the Pakistan Army, ando 23% expected economic gains for Pakistan.According to Bilal Ijaz Gilani, Executive Director of Gallup Pakistan,'The Saudi-Pakistan Defence Pact resonates deeply with the Pakistani public. Beyond geopolitics, it reflects a historic sense of fraternity, shared faith, and mutual trust. The overwhelming public support suggests that Pakistanis view this agreement not just as a security measure but as a reaffirmation of long-standing ties between the two nations.'The survey was conducted through telephone interviews (RDD method) with a representative sample of 1,450 Pakistanis aged 18 and above, drawn from all provinces and major urban-rural strata. The margin of error is estimated at ±2-3% at 95% confidence level.Gallup Pakistan is the Pakistani affiliate of Gallup International Association, the world's oldest and largest network of independent polling organizations. Established in 1979, Gallup Pakistan has been the pioneer of public opinion research in Pakistan, conducting hundreds of surveys every year on politics, society, and economy.