KARACHI: The closing ceremony of the Pakistan-Kazakhstan joint military exercise ‘Dostarym III’ was held at the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), Pabbi, on Tuesday.

According to a press release of the Inter-Services Public Relations, the exercise was aimed to develop, strengthen and bolster military cooperation between the two countries in the face of emerging counterterrorism and counterinsurgency domains.

Special Forces of both the countries took part in hostage and rescue, compound clearance, heli rappelling and close qtr battle (CQB) and exchanged the first-hand experience and ideas. The exercise focused on integrated synergy, interoperability, quick decision making and swift action at tactical level. The exercise furthered reinforce the mutual cooperation and understanding between the two states to effectively counter the threats.

Major General Ahsan Gulrez, Director General Military Training, graced the occasion as chief guest.

Military officials of Kazakhstan were also present on the occasion.

Published in Dawn, September 1st, 2021