ISLAMABAD: PNS Shamsheer and USS Fitzgeraled conducted a passage exercise (PASSEX) in the North Indian Ocean, underscoring the maritime cooperation between the two navies.
The exercise featured a series of professional naval engagements aimed at enhancing interoperability.
These interactions reaffirm the shared commitment of both navies to maritime security and regional stability.
Earlier, The launching ceremony of PNS SAHIWAL (Desig) Gun Boat was held at Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works (KS&EW).
Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ovais Ahmed Bilgrami graced the occasion as Chief Guest.
PNS SAHIWAL (Desig) Gun Boat has been indigenously designed by Platform Design Wing (PDW) of Pakistan Navy and is under construction at KS&EW.
This state-of-the-art vessel will be equipped with high-performance, long-range semi automatic guns, enhancing its operational effectiveness in maritime missions.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Guest appreciated joint efforts of Platform Design Wing (PDW) of Pakistan Navy and KS&EW in furthering Pakistan Navy’s policy of indigenization.
He extended his gratitude to the Ministry of Defence Production for its continued support to KS&EW.
He also highlighted that the Gun Boat will be equipped to perform diverse maritime security tasks.
