Pak-US Counterterrorism Exercise ‘Inspired Gambit-2026’ Kicks Off

News Desk

Pabbi: The 13th Pakistan-United States bilateral joint military exercise, Inspired Gambit-2026, began on January 9 at the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in Pabbi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Saturday.

According to ISPR, the two-week-long exercise focuses on the counterterrorism (CT) domain and involves professional contingents from both the Pakistan Army and the United States Army. The exercise is aimed at enhancing mutual understanding and interoperability by sharing counterterrorism experiences and refining tactics, techniques, and procedures essential for effective CT operations.

“Emphasis is being laid on urban warfare marksmanship as well as on understanding each other’s operational doctrines and best practices,” the ISPR statement said. It added that such joint training is vital for addressing evolving security challenges, improving professional military standards, and strengthening the capacity of both forces to operate in complex counterterrorism environments.

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“Inspired Gambit–2026 reflects the continued commitment of Pakistan and the United States towards collaborative efforts for peace and stability,” the ISPR noted.

The announcement comes a month after Pakistan and China concluded the ninth edition of their bilateral counterterrorism exercise, Warrior-IX, which began on December 1. The exercise focused on enhancing interoperability, refining professional skills, and exchanging modern warfare best practices.

The ISPR described Warrior-IX as a testament to strong military-to-military ties between Pakistan and China, reaffirming their shared commitment to regional peace, stability, and security.

Inspired Gambit-2026 continues Pakistan’s ongoing engagement in joint counterterrorism training with international partners, reinforcing professional collaboration and readiness against evolving security threats.