Summary: CENTCOM Chief Admiral Brad Cooper stated that Pakistan remains a key counterterrorism partner in efforts to counter Afghanistan-based threats, with particular emphasis on ISKP. Context: ISKP operates in Afghanistan and neighboring regions, exploiting cross-border dynamics to threaten regional stability. Pakistan's cooperation includes intelligence sharing, border security operations, and targeted counterterrorism efforts along the Afghanistan-Pakistan frontier, as well as joint operations with international partners. Assessment: The relationship underscores the importance of synchronized regional security efforts to disrupt safe havens, disrupt illicit cross-border movement, and degrade ISKP's capabilities. Challenges: historical mistrust, civilian harm concerns, and the political sensitivities of Afghan governance complicate sustained cooperation. Implications: A durable Pakistan-US-Afghan regional security framework requires credible governance in Afghanistan, verified action against militant networks, and sustained development aid. Opinion: In my view, recognizing Pakistan's role is warranted, but progress should be earned through transparency, accountability, and a comprehensive strategy that protects civilians and advances long-term regional stability. Recommendations: strengthen oversight and civilian protections, expand border-management investments, maintain transparent intelligence-sharing channels, align economic and development aid with security objectives, and pursue inclusive regional diplomacy to address root causes of extremism.
Source: Statement from @Raad_Pak
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Published: May 16, 2026, 8:38 am
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