Pakistan naval ships in SL on a goodwill visit

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Pakistan Naval Ships PNS NASR and SAIF will be arriving today at Colombo Port for a four-day goodwill visit, the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo said.

This port call is part of the strong multifaceted relationship and engagement between the defence establishments of both countries. Commodore Zahid Ilyas, is the Mission Commander of the visiting Pakistan Naval Ships.

Pakistan Navy Ship SAIF is a SWORD class F22P Frigates of Chinese origin. It is equipped with state of the art weapons, sensors and machinery, making it capable of undertaking a variety of maritime operations. The PNS SAIF, commanded by Captain Jawad Ahmed has the honor of participating in a large number of multinational exercises.

The PNS NASR is a leading unit of Pakistani Navy Fleet's 9th Auxiliary and Mine Warfare Squadron. Its name, an Arabic word meaning "HELP", denotes its combat support role vital for sustained naval operations at sea. PNS NASR, commanded by Captain Rizwan Ali Munawar has also participated in a large number of the multinational exercises. PNS NASR also participated extensively in tsunami relief operations in 2004 at Maldives.

A number of activities of mutual interest are planned between the two navies during the visit, including a reception on PNS SAIF on October 2.

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Comments - 6

mount Wednesday, 01 October 2014 07:27 PM

ONLY THE COUNTRY ALWAYS WITH US WITHOUT ANY EXPECTATION.

Azee Thursday, 02 October 2014 09:27 AM

SriLankan thugs are earning International fame via DM Android App

Waco Wednesday, 01 October 2014 10:28 AM

Pakistan Navy, you are welcome.

Gamarala Friday, 03 October 2014 05:28 AM

A small island country like ours is best to have friendly relations with all other countries especially in this area.

Saif Wednesday, 01 October 2014 04:49 PM

my name my ship 3 via DM Android App

Freebird Wednesday, 01 October 2014 04:54 PM

Next Indian vessel.Then chineese vessel.After that USA vessel. Is like a musical chair via DM Android App

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