Chinese Navy’s warships conclude visit to Pakistan

APD NEWS

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By APD writer Muhammad Sohail

ISLAMABAD, June 14 (APD) - A goodwill cum training visit of Navy Task Group of China’s People Liberation Army to Pakistan concluded on Wednesday, a statement from Pakistan Navy said.

Three Chinese Navy warships CHANG CHUN, JING ZHOU and CHAO HU were part of the PLA (Navy) Task Group under the command of mission commander.

Rear Admiral Shen Hao, Deputy Commander East Sea Fleet.

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah being briefed during his visit to Chinese ships.

The visiting ships were accorded a warm welcome during an impressive reception ceremony and received by senior officials of Pakistan Navy and Chinese Embassy Staff on their arrival at Pakistan Navy’s port navy near the country southern city of Karachi on June 10.

Chinese Ships dock at Karachi Harbour during the visit of PLA (Navy) Task Group’s visit to Pakistan.

During stay at Karachi, the officers and men of the visiting ships held professional discussions and interactions with counterparts from Pakistan Navy on the subjects of mutual interests.

Chief of Pakistan’s Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah visited PLA (Navy) ships and on his arrival onboard, smartly turned out contingent of Chinese Navy presented him guard of honor.

During his visit onboard, Pakistan Navy Chief interacted with PLA (Navy) ship’s crew and appreciated their operational competence.

Guard of Honor being presented to Pakistan’s Chief of Naval Staff during his visit to Chinese ships.

“Pak-China friendship is highly valued and the continued cooperation between them has proven to be a source of strength for both the countries. The visit of PLA (Navy) Task Group is expected to enhance interoperability and maritime collaboration between the two navies,” said Zakaullah.

Mission Commander of PLA (Navy) Task Group Rear Admiral Shen Hao (Front) addressing the audience upon arrival of Chinese Ships.

The mission commander of Chinese Navy, Rear Admiral Shen Hao called on Senior Officials of Pakistan Navy and civilian dignitaries.

In tandem, operational training activities, joint interactive sessions, table top discussions on professional topics and social events were also arranged between the officers and men of both friendly navies.

Officials of Chinese Consulate and PN personnel welcoming the PLA (Navy) ships in Karachi Harbor.

At the end of the visit, a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) was conducted in the North Arabian Sea between Pakistan Navy Flotilla and PLA (Navy) task group to enhance interoperability between the two navies.

The platforms of both the navies performed tactical maneuvers and boarding as well as Go Fast drills besides concluding different serials of Air Defense Exercise and Anti-Ship Missile Defense Exercise.

(ASIA PACIFIC DAILY)