Navy moot reviews Gwadar Port, seawar security for CPEC

ISLAMABAD: Command and Staff Conference of Pakistan Navy concluded here at Naval Headquarters on Thursday took comprehensive review of the priorities pertaining to the safety of Gwadar Port and Seawar security linked to CPEC for ensuring safe and smooth international maritime activities.

The meeting, chaired by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah, reviewed matters related to operational preparedness, developmental plans of Pakistan Navy and prevailing security situation.

Chief of the Naval Staff was given detailed briefings on various ongoing and future Pakistan Navy projects and plans matters. Taking stock of the prevalent security environment, Chief of the Naval Staff expressed satisfaction over operational preparedness of Pakistan Navy in the face of prevalent maritime challenges.

The naval chief reiterated to conduct coastal security exercises regularly in coordination with other Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) and Organisations to acquire the highest degree of professionalism and interoperability.

Naval chief appreciated support extended by Pakistan Navy by provision of fresh water to populace of Gwadar and Balochistan to overcome water scarcity and directed to continue with the efforts till the situation gets normal.

Command and Staff Conference is the apex decision making body of Pakistan Navy in which all Principal Staff Officers and Field Commanders undertake strategic review of Pakistan Navy’s policies and plans at least once in each quarter.