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CJCSC Shamshad, Oman's Deputy PM discuss military ties

PNS HUNAIN Visits Oman to join bilateral exercise

Published 8 ماہ قبل on اگست 30 2024، 1:52 صبح

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CJCSC Shamshad, Oman's Deputy PM discuss military ties

Masqat: Pakistan and Oman on Thursday acknowledged the commonality of views to expand military-to-military relationship and forge deeper strategic ties.

The acknowledgement to this effect came at a meeting between Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza and various dignitaries of Oman including Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs Sayyid Shihab bin Tariq bin Taimur Al-Said, Minister of the Royal Office General Sultan bin Mohammed Al-Namani, Chief of Staff Sultan Armed Forces Vice Admiral Abdullah bin Khamis Al-Raisi, and Chairman of Strategic and Defense Academy in Oman.

During separately-held meetings, both sides discussed military cooperation including training, security, counter-terrorism, the defence industry and the regional security environment.

The Omani dignitaries acknowledged the sacrifices rendered by the people and Armed Forces of Pakistan in the war against terrorism.

PNS HUNAIN joins bilateral exercise with Oman

Pakistan Navy Ship HUNAIN, during the maiden voyage from Romania to Pakistan, visited Salalah, Oman and participated in a bilateral exercise with the Ship Royal Omani Navy. Upon arrival at Salalah port, the Pakistan Navy ship was warmly welcomed by Officers of the Royal Navy of Oman.

During a stay at the port, various bilateral activities and exchange visits were conducted to share professional knowledge and experience. Upon completion of the port call, PNS HUNAIN conducted a sea exercise with the Royal Navy of Oman Ship RNOV

SADH to enhance interoperability between the two Navies. The visit of PNS HUNAIN will further strengthen bilateral relations between the two navies.

PNS HUNAIN is the third of the four PN YARMOOK class ships being constructed at DAMEN Naval Shipyard Romania.

The induction ceremony will be held on the 6th of next month at Naval Dockyard and the President of Pakistan will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest.