ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Bahrain have agreed to enhance cooperation in naval training and regional maritime security operations, the Pakistan Navy said on Tuesday.
This came during a meeting between Bahrain’s Chief of Defence Staff Lt. Gen. Thiab Saqer Abdulla Al-Nuaimi with Pakistan Navy Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf at the Naval Headquarters in Islamabad.
During the meeting, Admiral Ashraf highlighted the Pakistan Navy’s commitment to promoting maritime stability through initiatives such as regional maritime security patrols aimed at securing sea routes, deterring piracy, combating smuggling, and safeguarding commercial shipping.
Chief of Staff Bahrain Defence Force, Lt Gen Theyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi, called on Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf at NHQ. The engagement encompassed deliberations on regional maritime security, defence collaboration, and avenues for joint force integration 1/2 pic.twitter.com/Ut857RYO7U
— DGPR (Navy) (@dgprPaknavy) September 2, 2025
“Both the leaders exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, focusing on regional maritime security and prospects for deepening cooperation in defense, training, and joint maritime security operations,” the navy’s directorate general of public relations (DGPR) said in a statement.
“Both leaders reaffirmed commitment to strengthen and diversify the scope of the existing bilateral defense relationship.”
CNS emphasized PN’s pivotal role in fostering maritime stability through Regional Maritime Security Patrols. Lt Gen Al Nuaimi lauded PN’s professional excellence, as both reaffirmed their commitment to broaden defence cooperation and fortify collaborative maritime security 2/2 pic.twitter.com/vuKeenaFCi
— DGPR (Navy) (@dgprPaknavy) September 2, 2025
The Bahraini general praised Pakistan Navy’s “professional capabilities and steadfast commitment” to ensure maritime security in the region, according to the statement.
“The visit will further deepen bilateral defense ties and enhance collaboration in regional security initiatives,” the DGPR added.
Pakistan and Bahrain enjoy strong diplomatic, security, trade, and defense relations, reinforced through joint training programs, collaborative security initiatives, and regular high-level engagements.
On Monday, Bahrain’s Chief of Defence Staff met with Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, and expressed Bahrain’s interest in benefiting from the PAF’s expertise in multi-domain operations.
