Karachi, 09 Jan 24: Opening Brief of Exercise SEA GUARD-24 was held at
Karachi. Commander Coast Vice Admiral Raja Rab Nawaz graced the occasion as
Chief Guest.
The exercise involves representation of various ministries, departments and
organizations having linkages with maritime sector like Ministry of Defence, Ministry
of Maritime Affairs, Ministry of Livestock and Fishing Sindh, Ministry of National Food
Security and Research, Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Narcotics Control, private
entities and NGOs to support multifaceted challenges of Maritime arena both from
traditional and non-traditional threats.
Leadership of various organizations attended
the session which includes Pakistan National Shipping Corporation, Anti-Narcotics
Force, Pakistan Coast Guards, PMSA, KPT, Port QASIM, BYCO Petroleum, in
addition to other prominent figures from private sector and fishing community.
Exercise Sea Guard aims to synergize efforts of stakeholders while remaining
within their legal framework through a common pedestal of Joint Maritime
Information Coordination Centre (JMICC) to ensure security of Maritime Zones of
Pakistan. During the opening brief participants were briefed about working
methodology and contributions of JMICC to ensure maritime safety and security
along our Coastline. Commander Coast Vice Admiral Raja Rab Nawaz applauded
the efforts of all stakeholders in their contribution for a safer Maritime environment.
The exercise includes conduct of various practical scenario based exercises at sea
along with Table Top Discussions to improve existing mechanism of security.
Exercise will conclude with a debrief session on 18 Jan 24.
