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- Pakistani naval ships regularly visit strategic ports in friendly countries to enhance interoperability
- Islamabad says regular visits of Pakistan Navy ships to Maldives reflect the strong bilateral relations
KARACHI: A Pakistan Navy ship arrived in the Maldives on an ongoing overseas deployment aimed at fostering regional maritime security cooperation, the navy said on Sunday.
Upon arrival at the Port of Male, Pakistan Navy Ship Saif was warmly welcomed by Maldivian authorities, according to Pakistan Navy’s Directorate General of Public Relations (DGPR).
During the visit, the Pakistan Navy’s mission commander held meetings with the military leadership of Maldives and visited the High Commission of Pakistan.
“During these interactions, matters of mutual interest, naval engagements, and cooperation in maritime security were discussed,” the DGPR said in a statement.
Pakistani naval ships regularly visit strategic ports in friendly countries to boost maritime cooperation and joint deployment concepts.
During the ship’s stay in Maldives, government officials, ambassadors of various countries, and members of the diplomatic community visited PNS Saif. After the port call, the Pakistani naval conducted a passage exercise with Maldives Coast Guard vessels.
“Regular visits of Pakistan Navy ships to Maldives reflect the strong bilateral relations between the two countries and will further enhance interoperability between the naval forces,” the DGPR added.