Archive · 10 Jan 2026
Pakistan and US Begin Joint Anti-Terrorism Exercises
Pakistan and the United States are working together to practice fighting terrorism.
They are doing this at a special training center in Pakistan called the National Counter Terrorism Centre.
The exercise is called 'Inspired Gambit-2026' and will last for two weeks.
Soldiers from both countries are learning from each other about how to be better at fighting terrorism, especially in cities.
They are practicing shooting skills and understanding each other's rules and best practices.
This exercise is important because it helps both countries work better together to keep people safe.
Pakistan and the US are conducting a two-week joint anti-terrorism exercise called 'Inspired Gambit-2026'.
The exercise is taking place at the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in Pabbi town, Kharian district, Punjab, Pakistan.
The focus is on enhancing mutual understanding, interoperability, and counter-terrorism tactics, with emphasis on marksmanship and urban warfare.
The exercise aims to improve professional military standards and strengthen capacity for complex counter-terrorism environments.
The exercise reflects the continued commitment of both countries towards collaborative efforts for peace and stability.
- Who
- Pakistan and the US
- What
- Joint anti-terrorism exercises
- When
- Began on Friday, lasting two weeks
- Where
- National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in Pabbi town, Kharian district, Punjab, Pakistan
- Why
- To enhance mutual understanding, interoperability, and counter-terrorism tactics
- Exercise Name
- Inspired Gambit-2026
- Location
- National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), Pabbi town, Kharian district, Punjab, Pakistan
- Duration
- Two weeks
- Participants
- Army contingents from Pakistan and the US
- Focus Areas
- Marksmanship skills, urban warfare, operational doctrines, best practices
- Objective
- Enhance mutual understanding, interoperability, and counter-terrorism tactics