Naval chief stresses perpetual combat readiness

ISLAMABAD: Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf has emphasized the significance of sustaining perpetual combat readiness to effectively address both conventional and unconventional challenges in the maritime domain.

The naval chief chaired the Command and Staff Conference of Pakistan Navy which concluded here at the Naval Headquarters on Wednesday. During the conference, he highlighted the Pakistan Navy’s pivotal role in peace and stability and regional maritime security. The admiral asserted that the Pakistan Navy remained fully prepared to uphold national sovereignty and ensure the defence of every inch of maritime frontiers.

The forum also undertook a comprehensive review of operational preparedness, ongoing initiatives and upcoming events, including the conduct and preparations of the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference (PIMEC), which serves as a premier platform to showcase Pakistan’s maritime potential and promote regional cooperation, the Pakistan Navy spokesman said in a statement.

The Command and Staff Conference serves as the apex decision-making forum of the Pakistan Navy, wherein the chief of naval staff, principal staff officers and field commanders deliberate on strategic priorities, review operational preparedness and formulate policies to align naval capabilities with national security objectives.