Pakistan Navy Fleet Annual Efficiency Competition Parade was held here at Pakistan Navy Dockyard upon the culmination of the operational year.
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf graced the occasion as Chief Guest, marking the culmination of a rewarding and eventful operational year for Pakistan Navy ships, submarines and aircraft, a Pakistan Navy news release said.
Upon arrival at the venue, Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi received the chief guest, and a smartly turned-out contingent presented the Guard of Honour.
The Chief of the Naval Staff expressed complete satisfaction and confidence in the operational preparedness of the Pakistan Navy Fleet. He acknowledged and praised the dedication and professionalism of officers and men in successfully achieving operational objectives and milestones for the year 2023.
The Admiral commended the PN Fleet’s efforts and contributions towards maritime security. The chief guest also mentioned the modernization plan of the Pakistan Navy, wherein various platforms are being inducted in the Fleet. He underscored that induction of these platforms will immensely contribute towards capability enhancement of the Fleet.
He also discussed the evolution’s evolving maritime security environment, which requires the Pakistan Navy to remain ever-vigilant and fully prepared to safeguard national maritime interests. The Admiral urged all the participants to be fully aware of the latest technologies and work with utmost dedication and honesty.
In his welcome address, Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi highlighted the PN Fleet’s operational achievements during last year. He further underscored that the PN Fleet maintained high combat readiness throughout the year. Fleet units participated in various bilateral and Multinational exercises in home and foreign waters, besides undertaking regional maritime security patrols and overseas deployments.
During the ceremony, the Chief of the Naval Staff gave away efficiency trophies to units adjudged best in their respective squadrons and interacted with Officers and CPOs/ Sailors of the Pakistan Navy Fleet.
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