KARACHI: The Pakistan Navy demonstrated its operational readiness and combat capability by successfully conducting a live firing of a surface-to-air missile (SAM) in the north Arabian Sea on Sunday. The exercise highlighted the navy’s ability to engage aerial threats with precision and efficiency.
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During the demonstration, a PN ship successfully engaged highly manoeuvrable aerial targets using the FM-90 (N) ER SAM system. The exercise aimed to validate the navy’s readiness for various operational scenarios, including air defence and maritime security. Officials noted that the drill reinforced confidence in the fleet’s modern weaponry and combat systems.
PAKISTAN NAVY REAFFIRMS OPERATIONAL READINESS THROUGH FIREPOWER DISPLAY IN NORTH ARABIAN SEA
Pakistan Navy reaffirmed its operational readiness and war fighting capability through a successful Live Weapon Firing (LWF) of FM-90(N) ER Surface-to-Air Missile in the North Arabian… pic.twitter.com/g5H8jgQnAf
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Rawalpindi, 15 December, 2025#Pakistan Navy successfully conducted a Live Weapon Firing (LWF) of the FM-90(N) ER Surface-to-Air Missile in the North Arabian Sea.During a firepower demonstration, a #PakistanNavy ship effectively engaged highly manoeuvrable aerial… pic.twitter.com/Q42t3Nph9D
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Commander Pakistan Fleet Rear Admiral Abdul Munib personally witnessed the live firing. He praised the officers and personnel involved for their professionalism, dedication, and meticulous execution of the exercise. The naval leadership emphasized that such drills are essential to maintaining operational preparedness.
The Pakistan Navy stated that the exercise underscores its commitment to safeguarding national maritime interests and ensuring the seaward defence of the country under all circumstances. These operations are part of regular training aimed at enhancing coordination, response times, and combat readiness across naval units.
Officials highlighted that exercises like these not only strengthen defence capabilities but also serve as a deterrent to potential threats in Pakistan’s maritime zones. The navy continues to modernise its fleet and weapon systems, ensuring strategic and tactical superiority in the region.
The successful missile firing is expected to boost morale within the naval forces while demonstrating Pakistan’s growing proficiency in advanced maritime warfare technology. Such exercises also reaffirm the navy’s role in protecting trade routes, offshore assets, and coastal security.