By ISPR
RIYADH: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia successfully concluded their joint military exercises, Al-Battar 2, on Tuesday, underscoring the two nations’ continuing collaboration in counter-terrorism and defence preparedness.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the drills, held from 18 to 26 November, brought together Pakistan’s elite Special Services Group (SSG) and operational teams from the Saudi army to conduct intensive training aimed at enhancing tactical and operational capabilities in counter-terrorism operations.
Officials described the exercises as a reflection of the deepening defence ties between Islamabad and Riyadh, highlighting the strategic importance of interoperability and joint readiness in responding to emerging security threats. The drills reportedly involved scenario-based operations, live exercises, and coordinated maneuvers designed to strengthen coordination, communication, and rapid response capacity between the participating forces.
The closing ceremony, held in Saudi Arabia on 26 November, marked the culmination of a week-long program in which both militaries shared expertise, strategies, and lessons learned from previous operations. Defence analysts said that the joint exercises not only improved practical operational capabilities but also served as a symbolic reaffirmation of the longstanding security partnership between the two countries.
Observers noted that such initiatives were part of a broader effort to enhance stability in the region, build trust between allied forces, and ensure preparedness against evolving security challenges. The successful completion of Al-Battar 2 was seen as a demonstration of shared strategic interests and mutual confidence in each country’s defence capabilities.
