'Together for peace’; Naval Chief welcomes participating countries in Aman-2021 exercise

The seventh edition of the multinational maritime exercise Aman-2021 that commenced in Karachi yesterday had its official and impressive flag hoisting ceremony performed in the city today.

During the ceremony flags of all 45 participating countries were hoisted in the air with Pakistan’s flag in the middle and Navy band playing the National Anthem of Pakistan.

The Commander Pakistan Fleet Rear Admiral Naveed Ashraf was the chief guest of the ceremony while guests from seven allied countries also attended the ceremony as guests of honor.

Addressing the ceremony, chief guest of the ceremony, Naveed Ashraf said that the aim of this exercise is to promote the security and stability in the region and keep the maritime environment safe from threats.

The six days exercise is being carried out in the form of collaboration between the navies of various countries to maintain a safe and sustainable maritime realm.

The exercise is conducted by the Pakistan Navy after every two years with a resolve against terrorism and piracy.