Iranian Navy ships arrive in Karachi on goodwill visit

KARACHI: Two Iranian naval ships Naghdi and Tonb arrived in Karachi on Saturday for goodwill-cum-training visit.

The visiting ships were accorded a warm welcome during an impressive reception ceremony and received by officials of the Pakistan Navy and Iranian diplomats, a PN statement said.

The visit is aimed at strengthening mutual collaboration between the two navies through exercise at sea. During the stay at Karachi, the officers and men of the ship will hold professional discussion and interaction with counterparts from the Pakistan Navy on the subjects of mutual interest.

Moreover, operational training activities, exchange of visits by naval personnel and sports activities are also planned.

In line with the government policies, the current visit will help promote peace and security in the region and enhance the maritime collaboration between the two countries, the statement added.