Naval force directed to provide relief in Gwadar

Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf has directed the naval force to take immediate measures for the rehabilitation and provision of relief to the victims of torrential rains, flash floods and land sliding in Gwadar.

He gave these directions while presiding over Command and Staff Conference at the Naval Headquarters in Islamabad on Friday.

According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations, the naval chief appreciated the acquisition of modern weapons and technology to meet the modern maritime security challenges.

He also commended the efforts of the participants of successfully holding Sea Spark exercises.

Regional as well as global maritime challenges were also discussed in the conference.

The naval chief was briefed regarding the ongoing and upcoming projects of Pakistan Navy.

Admiral Ashraf expressed confidence over the operational preparedness of Pakistan Navy for the defence of maritime boundaries of country.