Kyrgyz military participate in CENTCOM international exercises

Kyrgyzstan’s armed forces participated in the Regional Cooperation 2026 international exercises, organized by the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). The exercises were held in the U.S. state of Montana and marked the 30th anniversary of the drills.

According to organizers, more than 350 servicemen from 10 countries participated in the drills, along with units of the U.S. National Guard. The main objectives of the exercises included improving interoperability between servicemen of different states, enhancing readiness for joint operations, and strengthening regional security.

CENTCOM noted that the program involved joint training, exchange of experience, and scenario-based operational drills. The exercises traditionally bring together countries from Central and South Asia and have been held regularly for several decades.