In
an impressive display of power at sea, combat units of Pakistan Navy conducted
Operational Demonstration and Fleet Review in the North Arabian Sea. The Prime
Minister of Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Mr Shahid Khaqan Abbasi witnessed the
operational exercises form Pakistan Navy Ship NASR. Upon arrival onboard, the
Chief Guest was welcomed by Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Zafar Mahmood
Abbasi. The Prime Minister was briefed on the overall conduct of operational
demonstration.
The
Prime Minister witnessed different operational exercises conducted at sea.
These serials included replenishment of men and material from one ship to
another, Rocket Depth Charge (RDC) firing by Ship & Aircraft and Helicopter
Borne Visit Board Search & Seizure exercises. Prime Minister was also
presented an impressive fly past by various aircraft and helicopters. In the
end, all participating ships carried out skim pasts in a column formation and
presented "Qaumi Naraa" to the dignitary.
After
reviewing impressive operational demonstrations by Pakistan Navy Fleet
combatants, the Prime Minister arrived at Jinnah Naval Base Ormara, where he
visited the Base facilities/installations including Remote Data Station
MIANWALI. He expressed his satisfaction over the operational preparedness of
Naval Defence facilities and also appreciated the social development
initiatives undertaken by Pakistan Navy, along the Makran coastal belt, especially
in health and education sector which shall go a long way in socio-economic
alleviation of local populace in Balochistan.
Subsequently,
the Prime Minister, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi set sail onboard Pakistan Navy
Submarine SAAD in North Arabian Sea. Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Zafar
Mahmood Abbasi also accompanied the Premier during his maiden voyage onboard
submarine. During visit onboard submarine, the Prime Minister was briefed on
history of Pakistan Navy submarine force and achievements made by this elite
force during 1965 and 1971 wars. Prime Minister also conducted submarine diving
and surfacing procedures after which he was presented with the traditional
Dolphin insignia, bestowed to submariners.
During
the activity-packed visit at sea, Prime Minister also interacted with officers
and men and praised their morale and dedication for defending the maritime
frontiers under the challenging environment. The Prime Minister expressed his
utmost satisfaction on the operational preparedness of Pakistan Navy. "I
feel reassured that Pakistan Navy is fully committed and ready to effectively
protect our maritime frontiers including Gwadar Port and CPEC projects against
all challenges and threats”, the Prime Minister emphasized.
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