“Dostarym III” held today at National Counter-Terrorism Center (NCTC), Pabbi.
The exercise is aimed to develop and bolster coordination between the
two armies in the counter-terrorism domain. Special Forces of both countries
will take part in hostage rescue, compound clearance, heli rappelling, and Close Quater Battle (CQB) drills & procedures. The exercise will focus on integrated synergy, interoperability, quick decision-making, and swift actions at the tactical level. National anthems of both countries were played at the opening ceremony. Military officials of both countries were present on the occasion.
The Joint exercise is being held as part of a biennial exercise mechanism
between two armies. The first joint exercise was held in 2017 in
Pakistan and 2nd in 2019 in Kazakhstan.

