Convocation Ceremony held at Bahria University Islamabad
Islamabad, March 17, 2023 (PPI-OT): Bahria University (Islamabad Campus) held its 25th Convocation Ceremony at Islamabad. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi graced the occasion as Chief Guest and awarded Medals and Merit Certificates to the students achieving outstanding performance in academics. During the ceremony, 175 Under and Post Graduate students were awarded degrees including award of 14 Gold and 14 Silver medals for students scoring positions in respective academic disciplines. While addressing the ceremony, Chief of the Naval Staff congratulated the students and their parents in successful achievement of academic milestone. He urged the graduates…
Pakistan Navy, PMSA and ANF conduct Joint Counter Narcotics Operation at Sea
Karachi, February 21, 2023 (PPI-OT):Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) and Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) seized narcotics worth Rs 3Bn in a joint intelligence based counter narcotics operation in North Arabian Sea. The arrested smugglers and confiscated cache has been handed over to ANF for further legal proceedings. The successful joint anti-narcotics operation by Pakistan Navy, PMSA and ANF reaffirm resolve to deny illegal activities in maritime zones of Pakistan and to synergize efforts of Maritime Law Enforcement Agencies in ensuring security of our waters. For more information, contact: Directorate of Public Relations, Pakistan Navy Naval Headquarters, Islamabad, Pakistan Tel:…
Rear Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi takes over as Commander Pakistan Fleet
Karachi, February 20, 2023 (PPI-OT):Rear Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi assumed the Command of Pakistan Fleet as COMPAK during Change of Command ceremony held at Karachi. Vice Admiral Ovais Ahmed Bilgrami handed over the Command to the newly appointed Commander Pakistan Fleet. Rear Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi is a graduate of Pakistan Navy War College, Lahore and National Defence University, Islamabad. The Admiral has an illustrious naval career covering vast experience of various Command and Staff appointments. In recognition of his meritorious services the Admiral was awarded Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Militar) and Hilal-e-Imtiaz (Military) by Government of Pakistan. The Change of Command ceremony…
Promotions in Pakistan Navy
Islamabad, February 17, 2023 (PPI-OT):Two Commodores of Pakistan Navy promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral with immediate effect. Rear Admiral Khyber Zaman is a graduate of Britannia Royal Naval College Dartmouth, UK and was commissioned in Operations Branch of Pakistan Navy in 1994. He is a graduate of PAF Air War College, National Defence University, Islamabad and International College of Defence Studies China. The Flag Officer is a recipient of Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Military). Rear Admiral Shafquat Hussain Akhtar was commissioned in Operations Branch of Pakistan Navy in 1994. The Flag Officer is a graduate of Pakistan Navy War College, Naval…
8th Multinational Maritime Exercise AMAN-2023 culminates with the conduct of International Fleet Review in North Arabian Sea
Karachi, February 14, 2023 (PPI-OT):Multinational Maritime Exercise AMAN-23 organised by Pakistan Navy culminated in the North Arabian Sea with a powerful conduct of International Fleet Review (IFR) followed by spectacular forming up of AMAN Formation comprising Pakistan Navy and foreign naval ships. The Honourable Prime Minister of Pakistan Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Upon arrival onboard Pakistan Navy Ship MOAWIN, the Honourable Prime Minister was received by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi. Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training Mr. Rana Tanveer, SAPM to PM Mr. Fahad Hussain, Governor Sindh,…
Pakistan International Maritime Exhibition and Conference held in Tandem with 8th Multinational Maritime Exercise AMAN 23 culminates
Karachi, February 12, 2023 (PPI-OT): The three days Pakistan International Maritime Exhibition and Conference (PIMEC) 23 culminated at Karachi. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Syed Faisal Ali Sabzwari graced the closing session as Chief Guest while Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi was also present during the event. Addressing the audience, the Chief Guest highlighted that Pakistan Navy has been the driving force to spearhead the dynamic initiatives in Maritime domain and has rendered invaluable services for the socio-economic uplift of Coastal areas. The minister also underlined that Government is launching new projects for beneficial collaborations…
Chief of the Naval Staff visits Foreign Ships participating in 8th Multinational Naval Exercise AMAN-2023 and International Maritime Conference held in Tandem with Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference
Karachi, February 11, 2023 (PPI-OT):Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi visited foreign ships of navies participating in 8th Multinational Naval Exercise AMAN-23. Upon his arrival on board foreign visiting ships, the Naval Chief was warmly welcomed by Senior Officers/ Commanding Officers and was presented Guard of Honour by smartly dressed out contingents. During the visits, the Naval Chief interacted with Senior Officers/ Commanding Officers and was given briefings on board ships. The Naval Chief highlighted that Pakistan is effectively contributing in peace and stability in the region. AMAN Exercise demonstrates Pakistan’s commitment to peace, reinforce regional…
8th Multinational Maritime Exercise Aman-2023 and the Mega Event of Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference kicks off at Karachi
Karachi, February 10, 2023 (PPI-OT):A remarkable and vibrant Flags Hoisting Ceremony was held at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, Karachi, to formally commence the proceedings of 8th Multinational Maritime Exercise AMAN-23. A large number of senior military representatives from participating countries, observers, diplomats and Pakistan Navy officials attended the ceremony. The opening of the Exercise was marked with simultaneous hoisting of flags of all the participating nations of AMAN-23. The Message of Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi was read during the ceremony. In his message, the Naval Chief warmly welcomed the participants of Exercise AMAN-23. The Admiral…
PIMEC Opening Media Brief held at Karachi Expo Centre
Karachi, February 09, 2023 (PPI-OT):Media Brief of Pakistan International Maritime Exhibition and Conference (PIMEC) was held at Karachi Expo Centre today. Commander Karachi Rear Admiral Mian Zakirullah Jan along with additional secretary Ministry of Maritime Affairs (MOMA) Mr. Asad Rafi Chandna briefed media regarding PIMEC. The maiden edition of Pakistan International Maritime Exhibition and Conference will be held from 10 - 12 Feb 2023 at Karachi Expo Centre. 133 exhibitors including 21 international firms and 112 local firms/ international organizations are participating in the exhibition. In addition, 37 x international delegations from 17 countries including Bahrain, KSA, Qatar, Oman, Turkiye,…