Naval chief underscores importance of combat readiness to cope with threats in maritime domain

During conference, participants assessed evolving maritime situation in region with focus on national security

By Muhammad Anis
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April 12, 2025
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf presides over theCommand and Staff Conference at the Naval Headquarters in Islamabad on April 11, 2025. — Screengrab via FacebookDgprNavy
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf presides over theCommand and Staff Conference at the Naval Headquarters in Islamabad on April 11, 2025. — Screengrab via FacebookDgprNavy

ISLAMABAD: Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, while addressing the Command and Staff Conference, emphasised the importance of maintaining perpetual combat readiness to effectively counter both traditional and non-traditional threats in the maritime domain.

The Command and Staff Conference of Pakistan Navy concluded at the Naval Headquarters on Friday. The conference was chaired by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf.

During the conference, participants assessed the evolving maritime situation in the region with a focus on national security, geostrategic affairs, and combat readiness. Progress on ongoing Pakistan Navy projects, along with future plans, was also reviewed.

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The naval chief appreciated the Pakistan Navy’s efforts in acquiring advanced platforms and technologies, expressing confidence in its operational preparedness to safeguard Pakistan’s maritime frontiers.

Admiral Ashraf also commended the successful conduct of multinational exercise AMAN-25 and AMAN Dialogue, underscoring their significance in fostering maritime collaboration among regional and extra-regional naval forces.

He said that these initiatives reflect Pakistan’s commitment to cooperative maritime security, in line with the navy’s vision for a secure and stable maritime environment.

The Command and Staff Conference is the apex decision-making forum of Pakistan Navy, where the Chief of the Naval Staff, along with all principal staff officers and field commanders, reviews the policies and strategic plans of the service.

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