Key Takeaways
- The 9th edition of Pakistan-Russia Joint Exercise Druzhba-IX and the 2nd edition of Pakistan-Oman Joint Exercise Washaq Al Jabal-II commenced.
- Exercises will be held at Cherat and the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), Pabbi.
- The two-week exercises aim to share operational experience and enhance interoperability.
The Pakistan Army has commenced joint military exercises with Russian and Omani forces, marking the 9th edition of the Pakistan-Russia Joint Exercise Druzhba-IX and the 2nd edition of the Pakistan-Oman Joint Exercise Washaq Al Jabal-II (Mountain Lynx-II).
These exercises, which will run for two weeks, are being held at Cherat and the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in Pabbi, respectively, as reported by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
According to the ISPR, the exercises aim to bring together contingents from the Pakistan Army, the Russian Army, and the Royal Army of Oman to share operational experience, refine counter-terrorism drills, and enhance interoperability.
The military's media wing highlighted that through joint training and the exchange of best practices, the participating forces will hone their combat skills and tactical expertise, further strengthening bilateral defence cooperation.
Pakistan Army routinely conducts joint military exercises with foreign militaries to improve operational readiness and enhance combat capabilities. In May, the army concluded a two-week-long joint counter-terrorism exercise with Sri Lanka at Tarbela, focusing on enhancing counter-terrorism skills and strengthening military-to-military relations.
The exercises are part of Pakistan's ongoing efforts to bolster its military capabilities and deepen strategic partnerships with key allies. By engaging in such joint training, the army aims to refine its operational techniques and ensure readiness for various security challenges.
The ISPR statement emphasized that the exercises will provide a platform for the participating forces to collaborate and learn from each other, ultimately contributing to regional security and stability.
The Pakistan Army's media wing has been actively sharing updates and details of the exercises on social media, highlighting the importance of such joint training for the participating nations.
