Inspired Gambit–2026 focuses on counter-terrorism strategies, with an emphasis on marksmanship, respective operational doctrines
The 13th Pakistan-US bilateral joint exercise, Inspired Gambit-2026, started on January 9, 2026 at the National Counter Terrorism Center (NCTC), Pabbi. SCREEN GRAB
The 13th Pakistan-US bilateral joint exercise, Inspired Gambit-2026, started on January 9, 2026 at the National Counter Terrorism Center (NCTC), Pabbi, the military said on Saturday.
The two-week exercise is being conducted in the Counter Terrorism (CT) domain and involves professional contingents from the armies of Pakistan and the United States, said a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
Officials from both sides attended the opening ceremony.
The exercise is aimed at increasing mutual understanding and interoperability through the sharing of counter-terrorism experiences, while further refining tactics, techniques and procedures essential to effective CT operations.
Emphasis is placed on marksmanship during urban warfare, as well as understanding each other’s operational doctrines and best practices.
Such joint training exercises are vital to address changing security challenges, improve professional military standards and strengthen the capacity of both forces to operate in complex counter-terrorism environments.
