KARACHI: Pakistan Navy Fleet Annual Efficiency Competition Parade was held here to mark culmination of rewarding and eventful operational year of Pakistan Navy Fleet units.

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi graced occasion as chief guest. Upon arrival, he was received by Commander Pakistan Fleet, Vice Admiral Ovais Ahmed Bilgrami and Guard of Honour was presented by smartly turned out contingent of Pakistan Navy.

Chief of Naval Staff expressed complete satisfaction over operational readiness of Pakistan Navy Fleet and lauded dedication and professionalism of officers and men for successful conduct of large number of naval exercises including bilateral and multilateral exercises in own and international waters contributing toward regional maritime security and protection of Pakistan maritime interests in region and beyond.

Admiral commended PN Fleet efforts and contributions in achieving significant operational objectives and milestones and protection of Pakistan’s Sea Lines of Communication.

 He highlighted Pakistan Navy endeavours to ensure seaward security of Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), Gwadar Port and maritime related projects of CPEC. Naval Chief reiterated that Pakistan Navy is fully cognisant of changing geopolitical realities in region and stands resolute to defend country’s sea frontiers. Admiral also underscored that prevalent global and regional geostrategic environment demands Pakistan Navy to remain ever vigilant and battle to safeguard Pakistan maritime interests. Later, Chief of Naval Staff gave away Efficiency Award shields to best performing units of various squadrons of Pakistan Navy Fleet.

Published in The Daily National Courier, December, 30 2022

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