Pakistan Overseas Joint Military Exercises

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Pakistan, Türkiye conclude joint military exercise ‘Ataturk-XIII’ to bolster defense ties​

In this handout photo, taken and released by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on February 20, 2025, participating troops from Pakistan and Türkiye gesture for a group photograph as they conclude joint military exercise “Ataturk-XIII” at the Special Operations School in Cherat, Pakistan. (Photo courtesy: ISPR)

Arab News Pakistan
February 20, 2025

• The exercise reached its culmination days after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan visited Pakistan
• Both countries have a longstanding defense partnership, with Türkiye modernizing Pakistan’s submarines

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Türkiye concluded their two-week joint military exercise, “Ataturk-XIII,” on Thursday, highlighting the deepening defense cooperation between the two nations, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

The exercise, which began on February 10 at Pakistan’s Special Operations School in Cherat, involved two combat teams from Pakistan’s Special Services Group and 36 personnel from Türkiye’s Special Forces.

The closing ceremony was attended by Commander 11 Corps as the chief guest, with Brig. Gen. Ahmet Asik from Türkiye also in attendance.

“The exercise was aimed at refining professional skills through joint training besides harnessing the historic military-to-military relations among the friendly countries,” the ISPR said. “Participating troops benefited immensely from joint training/exercise.”

Pakistan’s Commander 11 Corps Lt. Gen. Syed Omer Ahmed Bokhari addresses participating troops from Pakistan and Türkiye as they conclude joint military exercise “Ataturk-XIII” at the Special Operations School in Cherat, Pakistan. (Photo courtesy: ISPR)


The collaboration comes days after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s visit to Pakistan on February 13, during which both countries signed 24 agreements to bolster economic and defense ties. The leaders agreed to elevate bilateral trade to $5 billion annually, reflecting a commitment to strengthen relations across various sectors.

Military officials review participating troops from Pakistan and Türkiye during the joint military exercise “Ataturk-XIII” at the Special Operations School in Cherat, Pakistan. (Photo courtesy: ISPR)

Pakistan and Türkiye also enjoy a longstanding defense partnership. Notably, Türkiye has been involved in modernizing Pakistan’s submarine fleet, including the upgrade of Agosta 90B-class submarines, enhancing the South Asian nation’s maritime capabilities.
The recent exercise focused on counterterrorism operations and took place amid a surge in militant violence in Pakistan. Islamabad has been actively seeking to enhance international collaboration to effectively address these security challenges.

 

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Insha'Allah some day the BD special forces will join these exercises too. BD needs to have the same level of miliary cooperation....

 

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Insha'Allah some day the BD special forces will join these exercises too. BD needs to have the same level of miliary cooperation....

Insha'Allah !!

 

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The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that the 'Druzhba 2025' Russia-Pakistan joint exercises were held within the boundaries of Russia’s Southern Military District.

During the joint training exercises, personnel from the armed forces of both countries conducted practical demonstrations of operations against international terrorism.

Approximately two hundred military personnel participated in these exercises. From Russia, the Special Operations Forces of the Southern Military District, which have extensive experience in counter-terrorism operations, took part, while Pakistan was represented by units of the Pakistan Army’s Special Forces.

At the conclusion of the exercises, awards were given to personnel who demonstrated outstanding performance, and in keeping with tradition, military officers from both countries exchanged commemorative gifts in honor of 'Druzhba 2025.'

The purpose of the 'Druzhba 2025' Russia-Pakistan joint military exercises is to strengthen and promote military cooperation between the two countries. These exercises have been held alternately on the territories of the Russian Federation and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan since 2016.

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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia conclude joint counterterrorism exercise Al Battar-II​

• Combat teams from the Pakistan Army’s Special Services Group (SSG) and the Saudi Army took part in the counterterrorism-focused drills

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have completed their joint military exercise Al Battar-II, held from November 18 to 26 in Tabuk, the military said on Wednesday.

According to the ISPR, combat teams from the Pakistan Army’s Special Services Group (SSG) and the Saudi Army took part in the counterterrorism-focused drills.

The closing ceremony was held on Wednesday, attended by the General Officer Commanding SSG as Pakistan’s chief guest, alongside senior Saudi military officials.

The exercise aimed to improve joint proficiency in counterterrorism operations, with a focus on fighting in built-up areas, countering improvised explosive devices, and refining tactical drills through integrated training.

ISPR said troops from both countries demonstrated high standards of professionalism, operational skill and interoperability.

It added that the exercise further strengthened Pakistan–Saudi defence cooperation, describing the ties as “deep-rooted and historic”.

All training objectives were achieved, the statement said, reaffirming the commitment of both countries to regional peace, security and joint preparedness.

 

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2025: Pakistan Military Exercises With International Partners

Start Date​	End Date​	Exercise Name​	Exercise Type​	Participants​	Location​	Country​
10/02/2025​	20/02/2025​	Ataturk-XIII	Special Forces	Pakistan, Turkiye	Special Operations School (SOS)	Cherat, Pakistan
??/09/2025	??/09/2025	Endless Brotherhood – IV	Special Forces	Pakistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Uzbekistan, Türkiye	?	Baku, Azerbaijan
??/10/2025	??/10/2025	Druzhba 2025	Special Forces	Pakistan, Russia	Southern Military District	Russia
18/11/2025	26/11/2025	Al Battar-II	Special Forces	Pakistan, Saudi Arabia	?	Tabuk, Saudi Arabia

Further information related to all military exercises held in 2025 would be highly appreciated.

 

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20/04/2026: Pakistan, Egypt conclude 2-week long counter-terrorism exercise: ISPR: Dawn News


2026: Pakistan Military Exercises With International Partners

Start Date​	End Date​	Exercise Name​	Exercise Type​	Participants​	Location​	Country​
??/04/2026​	20/04/2026​	Pakistan-Egypt Joint Exercise Thunder-II	Special Forces	Pakistan, Egypt	Special Operations School (SOS)	Cherat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Further information related to all military exercises held in 2026 would be highly appreciated.

 

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Pakistani , Jordanian , Turkish and Azerbaijani special forces are currently conducting joint military exercises “Zulfiqar” in Jordan:

8:15 AM · Jul 20, 2026