Karachi, 17 Nov 23: Closing Ceremony of bilateral exercise Sea Guardian –
2023 between Pakistan Navy and Peoples Liberation Army (Navy) of China was held
at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, Karachi. The exercise was conducted at Karachi and
North Arabian Sea, in which six Chinese Navy units including Destroyer, Frigates,
Submarine, Oil tanker and Rescue ship along with a detachment of marines
participated.
The Exercise included a wide range of operational manoeuvers encompassing major
facets of Anti-Surface, Anti-Air, Mine Warfare and Special Operations in simulated
multi threat environment to provide optimum training value. The aim of exercise was
to further enhance maritime cooperation and defence relations through mutual
exchange of maritime experience and interoperability between the two navies.
Concurrent to Chinese PLA (Navy) ships’ visit, Commander Qingdao Naval Base
Rear Admiral Liang Yang also visited Pakistan. Besides attending the closing
ceremony, the Flag Officer called on Commander Coast, Commander Pakistan Fleet
and other senior PN officials. During interaction matters of bilateral naval
collaboration and regional maritime security were discussed.
Exercise Sea Guardian – 23 proved mutually rewarding to hone professional skills of
participating navies and a forum to learn from each other’s experiences. Regular
conduct of bilateral naval exercise is a manifestation of mutual resolve to further
enhance bilateral cooperation between the two navies. The closing ceremony was
attended by a large number of officials from both the navies.
