Inspired Gambit – 2026 focuses on counter-terrorism strategies, emphasizing marksmanship and respective operational doctrines.
The 13th Pakistan-US bilateral joint exercise, Inspired Gambit-2026, began on January 9, 2026 at the National Counter Terrorism Center (NCTC), Pabbi. SCREEN CAPTURE
The 13th Pakistan-US bilateral joint exercise, Inspired Gambit-2026, began on January 9, 2026 at the National Counter Terrorism Center (NCTC), Pabbi, the Army said on Saturday.
The two-week-long exercise is being carried out in the field of counter-terrorism (CT), and professional contingents of Pakistan and US armies are participating in it, according to a statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
Officials from both sides attended the opening ceremony.
The exercise aims to improve mutual understanding and interoperability through the exchange of counter-terrorism experiences, while further refining the tactics, techniques and procedures essential for effective counter-terrorism operations.
Emphasis is being placed on marksmanship skills during urban warfare, as well as understanding each other’s operational doctrines and best practices.
These joint training exercises are vitally important to address evolving security challenges, improve professional military standards and strengthen both forces’ ability to operate in complex counter-terrorism environments.
