Karachi, 29 Dec 23: Pakistan Navy Fleet Annual Efficiency Competition Parade was
held at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, Karachi. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed
Ashraf graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Event marks the culmination of a rewarding
and eventful operational year for Pakistan Navy ships, submarines and aircrafts.
Upon arrival at the venue, Chief Guest was received by Commander Pakistan
Fleet Vice Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi and a smartly turned out contingent
presented the Guard of Honour.
Chief of the Naval Staff in his remarks expressed complete satisfaction and
confidence over operational preparedness of Pakistan Navy Fleet. He acknowledged
and praised the dedication and professionalism of officers and men in successfully
achieving operational objectives and milestones for the year 2023. The Admiral
commended PN Fleet’s efforts and contributions towards maritime security. The Chief
Guest also mentioned about the modernization plan of PN wherein various platforms
are being inducted in the Fleet. He underscored that induction of these platforms will
immensely contribute towards capability enhancement of the Fleet. He also dilated
upon the evolving maritime security environment in the region which requires Pakistan
Navy to remain ever vigilant and fully prepared to safeguard national maritime interests.
The Admiral urged all the participants to be fully cognizant of the latest technologies
and work with utmost dedication and honesty.
Earlier, in his welcome address, Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral
Muhammad Faisal Abbasi highlighted PN Fleet’s operational achievements during last
year. He further highlighted that PN Fleet maintained high level of combat readiness
throughout the year while Fleet units participated in various Bilateral and Multilateral
exercises in home and foreign waters besides undertaking Regional Maritime Security
Patrols and Overseas Deployments.
During the ceremony, Chief of the Naval Staff gave away efficiency trophies to
units adjudged best in their respective squadrons and interacted with Officers and
CPOs/ Sailors of Pakistan Navy Fleet.
