President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday commended the Pakistan Navy for carrying out the relief operation in Sri Lanka, after the floods and landslides hit many parts of the country, causing deaths and widespread destruction. The president, in a statement, lauded the Pakistan Navy helicopter crew for the timely rescue of a family stranded for […]
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PN evacuates stranded family during operation in Sri Lanka
During the ongoing Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) efforts in Sri Lanka, the embarked Z-9 helicopter on Pakistan Navy Ship SAIF conducted rescue operations in the flooded Kotikawatta area. During search and rescue operation a stranded family for the last five days, including a 7-month-old infant were safely recovered from a rooftop. Subsequently, the […]
Pakistan navy sends lifesaving aid to cyclone-hit Sri Lanka
Pakistan Navy’s ship PNS Saif arrived at Colombo Port with emergency humanitarian aid for communities devastated by Cyclone Ditwah, which has caused massive flooding across Sri Lanka. The mission delivered food staples, MREs, medical supplies and essential items to support thousands struggling in the aftermath of the disaster. Officials said the relief goods were formally […]
Navy’s indigenously built missile stuns with high-precision test flight
Rawalpindi, 25 November, 2025: Pakistan Navy conducted a successful test flight of an indigenously developed ship launched Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile. The weapon system is capable of engaging sea as well as ground targets with high precision. The system is equipped with state of the art guidance and advanced maneuverability features. The flight test was witnessed […]
PN seizes 2,000kg ice worth $130 million
The Pakistan Navy (PN) seized over 2,000 kilogrammes of methamphetamine, commonly known as ice, in a drug bust worth $130 million in the Arabian Sea, according to a statement issued on Wednesday. The statement from the navy’s Directorate-General Public Relations (DG PR) said the PN Tabuk was conducting a regional maritime security patrol in support […]
After NA, Senate approves Armed Forces, SC bills
The Senate on Friday passed four bills, including the Pakistan Army Amendment Bill 2025, Pakistan Air Force Amendment Bill 2025, Pakistan Navy Amendment Bill 2025, and the Supreme Court Practice and Procedure Amendment Bill 2025. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on behalf of Federal Minister of Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif piloted […]
Admiral Ashraf’s visit boosts Pakistan-Bangladesh naval ties
ISLAMABAD / DHAKA: Pakistan Navy Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf completed an important visit to Bangladesh, meeting senior military leaders to boost regional security and defense cooperation. The visit coincided with the docking of the Pakistani warship PNS Saif at Chattogram port. Officials described the trip as a historic step to deepen bilateral naval relations and […]
PIMEC 2025 concludes with $274m deals
ISLAMABAD: The four-day Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference (PIMEC) 2025 concluded on Thursday, with 83 agreements worth Rs76 billion ($273.6 million) signed between local and international exhibitors, the Pakistan Navy said. The second edition of PIMEC ran from November 3–6, featuring 178 exhibitors, including 28 international firms and 150 local organizations, showcasing innovations, technologies, […]
Pakistan’s maritime exhibition highlights local defence innovations
KARACHI – The second Pakistan International Maritime Exhibition and Conference (PIMEC-2025) continued for a third day on Wednesday at the Expo Centre, showcasing Pakistan’s growing prowess in maritime technology and defence innovation. Jointly organized by the Pakistan Navy and the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, the event drew strong participation from both national and international organizations. […]
Pakistan a ‘natural maritime bridge’ between East and West
KARACHI: Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal on Monday described Pakistan as a “natural maritime bridge” connecting the East and the West, while inaugurating the second edition of the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference (PIMEC) at the Expo Centre Karachi. The four-day event, organised under the patronage of the Pakistan Navy and supported by federal and […]