The Pakistan Navy said on Friday it had rescued 18 crew members of a distressed vessel in the North Arabian Sea following a search and rescue operation. The rescued crew included nationals of China, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Vietnam and Indonesia, who were safely recovered and provided assistance, the statement said. “Pakistan Navy conducted a successful Search […]
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Pakistan Navy inducts second Milgem-class corvette into fleet
The Pakistan Navy on Saturday inducted the second Milgem-class corvette into its fleet, said a statement from the service’s public relations department. The warship is the second of four Milgem class corvettes, the contract for which was signed with ASFAT Inc, a Turkish state-owned defence contractor firm in 2018. Under this contract, two ships were […]
Pakistan Navy ready to target Indian aircraft carrier: Naval Chief
Pakistan Navy was fully prepared to target the Indian aircraft carrier during Operation Haq, Admiral Naveed Ashraf said. He emphasized that any attempt to challenge Pakistan’s maritime interests will be met with a strong response. The statement came during the induction ceremony of the second PNS Khyber into the Navy fleet. Admiral Ashraf highlighted Pakistan’s […]
Pakistan Navy welcomes People’s Liberation Army ship DAQING
The Pakistan Navy extends a warm welcome to People’s Liberation Army (Navy) Ship DAQING for its participation in the 4th iteration of bilateral exercise SEA GUARDIAN, scheduled from 25 March to 2 April 2026. Upon arrival, PLA(N) Ship DAQING was accorded a ceremonial welcome and escorted into port by Pakistan Navy ships with traditional zeal. […]
Oil shipment arrives in Karachi under Pakistan Navy protection
KARACHI – A major oil shipment carrying around 120 million litres of fuel has safely reached Karachi from the Gulf of Oman under the protection of the Pakistan Navy, ensuring the secure arrival of a vital energy supply for the country. Read More: Pakistan Navy launches Muhafizul Bahr to protect trade According to reports, the oil tanker travelled […]
Pakistan Navy launches Operation Muhafiz-ul-Bahr to secure sea routes
The Pakistan Navy has launched Operation Muhafiz-ul-Bahr to protect national shipping and maritime trade routes amid rising regional security concerns, the military’s media wing said on Monday. Read More: PN launches operation to counter threats to shipping, maritime trade According to a statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operation aims to ensure the […]
PN launches operation to counter threats to shipping, maritime trade
In view of the evolving regional maritime security environment and potential disruptions to critical sea lanes, Pakistan Navy has launched Operation Muhafiz-ul-Bahr to counter multidimensional threats to national shipping and maritime trade. The initiative has been undertaken to ensure the uninterrupted flow of national energy supplies and the security of Sea Lines of Communication (SLOCs). […]
PN Ship Khaibar participates in exercise Turgutreis-XIII with Turkish Navy
The newly commissioned, state-of-the-art Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) Khaibar, during its maiden voyage from Türkiye to Pakistan, visited Aksaz Naval Base, Türkiye, and participated in exercise TURGUTREIS-XIII and joint patrols with ships of the Turkish Navy. During the stay at Aksaz, the Commanding Officer of PNS Khaibar called on the Turkish Southern Sea Area Commander, […]
Pakistan, Turkey conduct Turgutreis-XIII maritime drill
The newly commissioned Pakistan Navy ship PNS Khaibar visited Turkey’s Aksaz Naval Base and participated in joint exercises. The visit matters as it strengthens bilateral naval cooperation and regional security. The exercise and coordinated patrol directly involved Pakistan and Turkish naval forces in operational collaboration. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), PNS Khaibar, on its […]
Pakistan, Azerbaijan deepen naval defence partnership
Pakistan and Azerbaijan have pledged to strengthen and diversify their bilateral defence cooperation during a high-level naval meeting in Islamabad. The two countries agreed to deepen collaboration across defence training, maritime security, and regional stability initiatives. Officials emphasized that the partnership reflects longstanding brotherly relations between the nations. The understanding was reached during talks between […]