Pakistan, Turkiye conclude first bilateral amphibious naval drill

The Pakistan Navy and Turkish Navy have successfully concluded their first bilateral amphibious exercise, marking a significant step towards enhancing maritime cooperation and operational coordination between the two allies.

In a statement issued by the Directorate General Public Relations (Pak Navy) on Wednesday, the exercise was described as a "milestone" in strengthening interoperability and strategic alignment in the maritime domain.

The joint exercise featured a wide range of training modules, including combat firing techniques, amphibious operations, convoy escorting drills, and military manoeuvres in urban terrain.

“Live firing drills and close combat scenarios, designed to sharpen tactical coordination and readiness in littoral environments, were also a part of the exercise,” the statement said.

The exercise concluded with a comprehensive amphibious drill conducted in a designated coastal zone, aimed at validating the operational preparedness of both navies.

According to the Pakistan Navy, the exercise reflected the “deep-rooted defence partnership” between Pakistan and Turkiye, and reaffirmed their “shared commitment towards regional peace through regular collaborative training initiatives.”