The Pakistan Army and China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have launched the ninth edition of their annual joint military exercise, Warrior-IX, aimed at strengthening bilateral counterterrorism capabilities.
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Starting on 1 December 2025 at the National Counter Terrorism Center (NCTC) in Pabbi, the exercise focuses on enhancing interoperability, refining operational skills, and exchanging best practices in modern warfare.
Mangla Corps Commander Major General Bian Xiaoming, Deputy Chief of Staff of the PLA’s Western Theatre Command, along with senior military officials from both nations, attended the opening ceremony.
Exercise Warrior-IX highlights the enduring defence cooperation between Pakistan and China, rooted in mutual trust and strategic partnership, and reaffirms the two countries’ commitment to regional peace, stability, and security.
