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Pakistan and US Showcase Counterterrorism Drills at Inspired Gambit–2026 Visitors’ Day

This 13th iteration emphasizes interoperability, tactical refinement, exchange of operational experience.

Overview

  • The exercise runs January 8–16 with Pakistan Army and United States Army units conducting joint training.
  • A Distinguished Visitors’ Day at the National Counter Terrorism Centre in Pabbi featured US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker, senior US military officials and the Rawalpindi Corps commander.
  • Attendees received briefings on the scope, objectives and conduct of the drills and observed demonstrations.
  • Observers noted a high level of operational professionalism as participants executed realistic counterterrorism scenarios under strict safety protocols.
  • The program aims to refine procedures, strengthen interoperability and bolster counterterrorism preparedness between the two forces.