Pakistan-Kazakhstan joint military exercise 'Dostarym III' starts at NCTC Pabbi

RAWALPINDI (92 News) – The opening ceremony of Pakistan-Kazakhstan joint military exercise 'Dostarym III' started at National Counter Terrorism Center (NCTC), Pabbi.

According to a press release issued by the ISPR, the exercise is aimed at developing and bolstering 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 and procedures.

The exercise will focus on integrated synergy, interoperability, quick decision-making and swift actions at the tactical level .

The 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 biennial exercise mechanism between two armies. The first joint exercise was held in 2017 in Pakistan and 2nd in 2019 in Khazakhstan.