Pakistan Navy (PN) participated in Passage naval exercise (PASSEX) along with Italian Navy in the Gulf of Aden, reported DGPR Navy on Monday (today).
According to the statement issued by DGPR Pakistan Navy, the PASSEX aims at enhance interoperability and further strengthen bilateral relations between two navies. The Exercise included Maritime Interdiction Operations, Cross Deck Landings and various other serials which will enhance professional competence of men onboard and enhance cooperation among ships deployed in the region.
PNS SAIF which participated in the naval exercise, is currently on RMSP deployment at North Arabian Sea and Gulf of Aden and is visiting Duqm, Oman in pursuance of cordial relations with regional countries.
The Navy’s spokesperson further accentuated that PN has always remained committed in maintaining regional peace and security in the Indian Ocean Region and PN Ships are regularly deployed for conducting Maritime Security Operations in Gulf of Oman, North Arabian Sea and Gulf of Aden.
Participation of PN in bilateral and multilateral exercises is a manifestation of PN’s resolve to contribute effectively in maintenance of peace, stability and order in the region.
