International PATS exercise kicks off in Pabbi

A total of 20 friendly countries including military observers are participating in the event, says ISPR

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the director general of military training opened the 60-hour-long patrolling exercise which aims at enhancing military-to-military cooperation under a complex international security environment.

A total of 20 friendly countries, along with military observers, are participating in the event. Major participants include Pakistan, Bahrain, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Maldives, Morocco, Qatar, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America, and Uzbekistan.

Additionally, Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, Myanmar, Germany, Indonesia, Japan, and Oman will observe the exercise as military observers.

PATS Exercise is recognised for its mission-specific and task-oriented approach, designed to simulate real-world scenarios and test the readiness and capabilities of participating forces.

Participants are required to demonstrate the highest standards of physical fitness, mental agility, and professional military expertise, enabling quick decision-making in challenging environments.

The exercise underscores the importance of teamwork and collaboration, emphasising perseverance and interoperability among participating forces. Through the sharing of innovative ideas and best practices, the exercise aims to enhance basic soldierly attributes and promote mutual understanding and cooperation among participating nations.