Pakistan Army hosted the 8th edition of the International Pakistan Army Team Spirit (PATS) Competition at Kharian Garrison, drawing participation from local and international military teams.
The 60-hour-long, high-intensity military exercise focused on patrolling in semi-mountainous terrain and was designed to enhance combat skills, adaptability, and teamwork through a shared exchange of tactics and innovative techniques.
Seven teams from the Pakistan Army, a team from the Pakistan Navy, and 15 teams from friendly countries took part in the competition.
The exercise has evolved into a prestigious platform for military-to-military engagement and professional development.
Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir attended the closing ceremony as the chief guest. He praised the participants for their exceptional professionalism, resilience, and commitment shown throughout the exercise.
“The Pakistan Army is proud of its values of character, courage, and competence. These traits have been consistently demonstrated in our fight against terrorism,” General Munir stated.
Held in the rugged hills of Punjab, the competition underscored Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to promote regional military cooperation and enhance operational preparedness in realistic conditions.
Earlier, the COAS on Thursday said that the peace and liberty enjoyed in Pakistan today are the outcome of the sacrifices made by the country’s armed forces.
The army chief made these remarks during an investiture ceremony held at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
During the ceremony, General Asim Munir conferred military honours, including the Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Military) and Tamgha-i-Basalat, on officers and soldiers of the Pakistan Army.
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