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Vice President Welcomes Activation of Joint Arab Defense Treaty
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The vice president welcomed activation of a regional defense treaty. WAFA Agency reported the activation on 15 March 2026.
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Arab Defense Treaty Activation
Palestinian Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh has welcomed the activation of the 1950 Joint Arab Defense and Economic Cooperation Treaty. He described it as an important framework for strengthening Arab solidarity and safeguarding Arab national security. The Vice President emphasized that this activation represents a significant step toward supporting joint Arab action.
“Palestinian Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh welcomed the activation of the 1950 Joint Arab Defense and Economic Cooperation Treaty, considering it an important framework for strengthening Arab solidarity and safeguarding Arab national security in the face of challenges threatening the region's stability.”
He stated it comes within the framework of maintaining regional stability in the face of ongoing challenges. According to al-Sheikh, the treaty activation aligns with the principles of international law and the UN Charter. The move signals a renewed commitment to collective security mechanisms within the Arab world.