KARACHI: Pakistan on Sunday held the inaugural session of the Aman Dialogue 2025 in Karachi to enhance international maritime cooperation among several nations around the world.
The dialogue organised under the aegis of the Pakistan Navy from February 9-10, has brought together Chiefs/Heads of Navies, Maritime Organisations, and renowned academicians from around the globe, said a news release issued by Directorate General Public Relations (Pakistan Navy).
Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif attended the ceremony as the Chief Guest.
In his welcome address, the Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf underscored the significance of the AMAN Dialogue and emphasised the need for sharing experiences among maritime nations to formulate actionable strategies for countering emerging maritime threats.
Delivering the keynote address, senior politician Mushahid Hussain Syed applauded the Pakistan Navy’s efforts in promoting a collaborative approach to tackle complex maritime security challenges. He also highlighted the Navy’s contributions towards raising awareness about the Blue Economy and supporting the socio-economic uplift of coastal communities at the national level.
Under the overarching theme, “Secure Seas, Prosperous Future,” the AMAN Dialogue features multiple panel discussions and deliberations by Chiefs of Navies and heads of delegations on a wide range of topics, including maritime security, maritime cooperation, blue economy, and the impact of technology on maritime security. The dialogue provides an exclusive platform for global naval leadership, supported by renowned academia, to devise strategies for a secure maritime future.
On the sidelines of the AMAN Dialogue, Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, held interactive meetings with Heads of Navies and Coast Guards attending the event. These meetings focused on contemporary maritime issues, matters of mutual interest, and prospects for enhanced maritime collaboration.
Pakistan is currently also holding AMAN-25 multinational naval exercise with the participation of 60 nations. AMAN 2025 is the 9th edition of the series and is being held from 7-11 February 2025.
