ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Navy on Thursday assumed the command of Multinational Combined Task Force 151 (CTF-151) from the Turkish Navy during a change of command ceremony held at HQ US NAVCENT, Bahrain.
Commodore Sohail Ahmad Azmie of the Pakistan Navy took over the command from Rear Admiral Rustu Sezer of the Turkish Navy. Speaking on the occasion, Sohail assured that his team was fully prepared to shoulder this challenging responsibility efficiently.
He emphasized the Pakistan Navy’s belief in collaborative efforts to maintain security and stability, ensuring uninterrupted flow of maritime traffic through this critical region.
He said the Pakistan Navy’s active participation in CMF maritime security efforts reflected this commitment.
He also appreciated Rustu and his team for their dedicated efforts in achieving the objectives during their tenure.
The Pakistan Navy holds the unique distinction of commanding CTF-151 for the eleventh time. In July last year, it assumed the command of CTF-150 for the thirteenth time.
These achievements reflect its dedication to maritime peace and stability in the region and the trust placed in it by partner nations.
The ceremony was attended by Ambassador of Pakistan to Bahrain Saqib Rauf, Ambassador of Turkiye to Bahrain Ayse Hilal Sayan Koytak, Commander of Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) Vice Admiral George M Wikoff, Deputy Commander of the Turkish Fleet Vice Admiral Ibrahim Ozden Kocer and distinguished guests including diplomats and representatives of navies operating under the CMF.
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