Pakistan Army Wins Silver at Cambrian Patrol 2026, Extends Five-Year Medal Streak

The Pakistan Army has won a silver medal at Exercise Cambrian Patrol 2026 in Wales, maintaining its record of securing medals at the international military competition for five consecutive years.

The Pakistani team, consisting of one officer and seven soldiers from the 59 Punjab Regiment, took part in the exercise held in the United Kingdom from October 2 to 13. The competition featured 140 teams representing 36 countries, with participants tested on their stamina, tactical capabilities, and performance in demanding operational conditions.

The latest achievement adds to the Pakistan Army’s continued success at the event. Pakistani teams claimed silver medals in 2022 and 2023 before winning gold in 2024 and 2025.

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Widely recognised as one of the most challenging military patrolling competitions, Cambrian Patrol assesses participants’ navigation skills, physical fitness, coordination and tactical judgement. Teams must complete demanding patrol tasks while managing pressure and meeting strict operational standards.

The Indian Army also participated in this year’s competition through its ASSAM Regiment, which earned a gold medal. The Indian contingent competed alongside more than 100 teams and was among the 10 teams that received gold medals.

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Pakistan’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr Mohammad Faisal, hosted the silver medal-winning Pakistani contingent at the Pakistan High Commission in London following the team’s performance at Cambrian Patrol 2026.

During the reception, Faisal spoke with the soldiers about their experience of the exercise and congratulated them on their accomplishment. The visit also allowed the contingent to share details of its participation with officials and staff at the diplomatic mission.

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