*Fakhrobod, Tajikistan – August 9, 2026* — In a significant display ofregional cooperation and military diplomacy, Pakistan and Tajikistansuccessfully concluded their joint counter-terrorism military exercisetitled *Dosti-II*. The six-day exercise took place from August 4 to August9, 2026, at the Fakhrobod Military Base in Tajikistan.
According to a statement released by the Pakistan Army on Saturday, theexercise involved the participation of two combat teams from the LightCommando Battalion of the Pakistan Army and four combat teams from theTajikistan Special Forces. The joint training effort focused on refiningcounter-terrorism strategies, operational procedures, and tacticaltechniques critical in modern asymmetric warfare.
The military statement confirmed that all training objectives and goals ofmilitary diplomacy were achieved during the exercise. It emphasized theimportance of such engagements in strengthening operational readiness andenhancing interoperability between the armed forces of both countries.
The *Dosti-II* exercise builds upon the long-standing and historicmilitary-to-military ties between Pakistan and Tajikistan. By simulatingreal-world scenarios and conducting joint drills, the exercise aimed toboost the professional skills of both forces, particularly in areas such asintelligence sharing, urban combat, and hostage rescue operations.
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Officials highlighted that *Dosti-II* not only fostered mutual trust andunderstanding between the two nations but also demonstrated a sharedcommitment to combating the threat of terrorism in the region. The exerciseis part of broader regional efforts to ensure stability, peace, andcollaborative security strategies among neighboring states.
This iteration of the *Dosti* series marks yet another milestone in defensecooperation between Pakistan and Tajikistan, setting the stage for futurejoint initiatives aimed at countering emerging threats and enhancingregional security.