Shake Hands-II: Pak-Sri Lanka Armies Enhance Counter-Terrorism Cooperation
Pakistan’s SSG and Sri Lankan Special Forces Train Together to Combat Terrorism
Bilateral Drill at Tarbela Reinforces Defence Cooperation Between Friendly Nations
Rawalpindi – 27 April 2026 (Adnan Hameed) : Pakistan–Sri Lanka Bilateral Exercise Shake Hands-II is a joint counter-terrorism exercise conducted between the armies of Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
The two-week exercise commenced on 27 April 2026 at Tarbela, Pakistan, with the participation of Pakistan Army’s Special Services Group and Special Forces from the Sri Lankan Army.
The exercise aims to enhance professional capabilities through joint training while further strengthening the longstanding military-to-military relations between the two friendly nations.
Participating troops will benefit from the exchange of operational experiences and expertise in counter-terrorism operations, contributing to improved interoperability and mutual understanding.
