ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s naval chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf on Wednesday said the Pakistan Navy remains fully prepared to uphold national sovereignty and defend every inch of the country’s maritime frontiers, underscoring its commitment to maintaining robust operational readiness amid evolving regional challenges.
Chairing the Command and Staff Conference at Naval Headquarters in Islamabad, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Ashraf emphasised the importance of sustaining constant combat readiness to effectively counter both conventional and unconventional threats in the maritime domain, Pakistan military’s media wing, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), stated in a press release.
Admiral Naveed Ashraf further highlighted Pakistan Navy’s pivotal role in peace and stability and regional maritime security.
“Admiral asserted that Pakistan Navy remains fully prepared to uphold national sovereignty and ensure the defence of every inch of maritime frontiers,” the ISPR press release added.
The high-level forum also undertook a comprehensive review of operational preparedness, ongoing initiatives and upcoming events, including the conduct and preparations of the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference (PIMEC), which serves as a premier platform to showcase Pakistan’s maritime potential and promote regional cooperation.
The Command and Staff Conference serves as the apex decision-making forum of Pakistan Navy, wherein the Chief of the Naval Staff, Principal Staff Officers and Field Commanders deliberate on strategic priorities, review operational preparedness and formulate policies to align naval capabilities with national security objectives.
