In this article, Dr. Khurshid critically examines the growing narrative surrounding the emergence of a so-called “Islamic NATO” and argues that, despite frequent political rhetoric, such a security alliance remains more symbolic than real. He highlights the deep internal rivalries, divergent threat perceptions, and continued dependence on external powers that prevent Muslim-majority states from forming a cohesive NATO-style security framework. The article analyses the roles of key actors such as Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey, and warns that overstating the prospects of such an alliance risks misreading regional power dynamics and strategic realities. Dr. Khurshid concludes that the idea of an Islamic NATO is largely a myth, with limited implications for actual regional security architectures.
