If no nuclear holocaust takes place, then conventional war appears to be in the final stages of abolishing

itself; if one does take place, then it will already have abolished itself. This dilemma does not mean that
perpetual peace is on its way, much less that organized violence is coming to an end. As war between
states exits through one side of history’s revolving door, low-intensity conflict among different
organizations will enter through the other
INTRODUCTION
FUTURE SECURITY CHALLENGES /
ISSUES
Terrorism

 976 major acts of international terrorism committed from year 2003 to 2005 with an annual
average of 325
Ian Bellany
PAKISTAN’S ROLE IN COUNTERING
TERRORISM
In 2006, in Pakistan 657 terrorist attacks, including 41 of sectarian nature were perpetrated, leaving
907 people dead and 1,543 others injured

‘Pak Institute for Peace Studies’

Pakistan is signatory to 11 United Nations Counter Terrorism conventions
PAKISTAN’S ROLE IN COUNTERING
TERRORISM
Pakistan has signed extradition treaties with thirty countries

Enhancing cooperating with ASEAN Regional Forum

Cooperating with coalition partners in Afghanistan

PAKISTAN’S ROLE IN COUNTERING
TERRORISM
Captured more terrorists, especially over 600 linked with Al-Qaida

Committed some 80,000 troops along its Western Borders

Pakistan has so far lost 900 personnel in counter terrorist operations in areas close to Pakistan –
Afghanistan Border
FUTURE SECURITY CHALLENGES /
ISSUES
Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD)
FUTURE SECURITY CHALLENGES /
ISSUES
Extremism

 At the national and international levels, unjust

economic, social and political systems which really
spawn violations of economic, social, cultural, civil
and political rights, contribute to the birth and
nurturing of extremism which ultimately leads to
terrorism
FUTURE SECURITY CHALLENGES /
ISSUES
Extremism

To break the synergy between politico-religious

extremism, major powers should avoid the double
standards, discriminatory approach, intolerance,
unwillingness to compromise
FUTURE SECURITY CHALLENGES /
ISSUES
Role of Non State Actors

pursue their own agenda, protect their own interests

and have loyalties only to themselves, hence further
complicate the global security environment
FUTURE SECURITY CHALLENGES /
ISSUES
Asymmetric Warfare / Threats
 Radical groups and relatively weaker non-state actors are using unexpected means to deal stunning

blows to more powerful opponents

 The modern means and modes such as information and cyber warfare make them ever more

evasive and lethal

FUTURE SECURITY CHALLENGES /
ISSUES
Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW)
 Combat Military Operations may include, counter terrorism /

counter insurgency operations, UN operations (Chapter 7),

counter drug / weapons and anti piracy operations, participation

in coalition operations, enforcement of maritime regimes and

exclusion zone
FUTURE SECURITY CHALLENGES /
ISSUES
Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW)

 Non combat military operations may include, disaster relief

operations, UN operations (Chapter 6), nation building

/reconstruction / support operations, security / law and order,

evacuation, search and rescue, ordnance disposal, salvage, arson /

accidental fire and humanitarian assistance and epidemic control

FUTURE SECURITY CHALLENGES / ISSUES
Role of Media
 Media through focus on violence can negatively contribute to conflict escalation and distort the
public's perceptions of the situation
 Where it can accrue, if managed adroitly, numerous advantages, it can be an effective propaganda
tool in the hands of terrorists which they will use for both tactical and strategic gains
 MOOT POINTS
What is the concept or our understanding of Global War on Terror?
Lack of agreement on a definition of terrorism
Divergence in political aims
No single country is capable of fighting global terrorism single handedly
Mutual trust and understanding of each others capacities/capabilities and limitations
 CURRICULUM
Formulation of National Asymmetric War / Low Intensity
Conflict (LIC) Strategy
Military Doctrine on LIC
Determination of clear threat
Doctrine may incorporate the following:-
 Concept of low intensity conflict
 The threat perception/assessment
 Role of various law enforcing agencies
 Role of Military and its various arms and services
 Training
 Logistics
 Legal aspects
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Psychological aspects

Understanding and objective evaluation of environment

Intelligence

Media management
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Leadership doctrines to develop junior leaders for
operations under highly decentralized environment
Impact of technology on future operations
Joint planning and interoperability
Complete understanding of the nature of conflict
Art of negotiation
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Legal matters
Interrogation/handling of information
Disaster Management; Planning / Organization and
conduct of relief and rehabilitation operations
Impact of information and cyber warfare
Seminars, exercises and dialogues at ARF level to
intermittently exchange views and share experiences
TRAINING CURRICULUM FOR JUNIOR MILITARY
LEADERS
A thorough understanding of the background of the
conflict
Hostage rescue techniques and drills
Cordon and search
Counter mobility
Checking of various documents
Small combat team training capable of independent, rapid
and decisive engagement and adapting quickly to
prevalent condition
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LEADERS

Psychological operations and public relations

Art of negotiations and persuasion
Interrogation
Manipulation of military measures including civic actions
Handling of information
Media handling
TRAINING OF INDIVIDUAL SOLIDER

Build superb physical stamina and endurance

Expertise in handling a variety of weapons
Sniping/sharp shooting to pick up targets in population
centers
Handling of global positioning system, night vision devices
To be able to act independently, in absence of
comprehensive orders or breakdown in
communication
TRAINING OF INDIVIDUAL SOLIDER

Initiative, mental mobility and quick reflexes

Adaptability to local conditions and ability to blend with
the populace
Knowledge about modus operandi, strategy and
weaknesses of the terrorists/insurgents
Technique of fighting in Built Up Areas
Techniques of movement both mounted and dismounted,
including efficient driving
TRAINING OF INDIVIDUAL SOLIDER
Handling of explosive
Emplaning, deplaning and repelling
Know-how about martial arts
Survival under conditions of stress and strain
A very high degree of motivation, esprit de corps and
devotion to the cause
Ability to operate with minimum logistics
Expertise in night navigation and specialized operations
Awareness of human rights, sensitivities and social ethics
of the area of operation
CONCLUSION