China and Pakistan launch joint high altitude military exercises

China and Pakistan began their first joint high-altitude military exercises in Xinjiang focusing on counter-terrorism.

Chinese and Pakistani armed forces have commenced their first joint military training exercise in the Xinjiang region. Named Karakoram 2026, the drills focus on counter-terrorism tactics and mountainous terrain operations using advanced hardware supplied by Beijing. The exercise aims to strengthen operational synergy and the strategic alliance between the two allies.

• The locationThe exercises are taking place at a military training facility situated in Korla city.
• The focusParticipating troops are concentrating on mountainous warfare tactics and counter-terrorism coordination.