South African NDF chief visits Naval Headquarters

Islamabad

General Solly Zacharia Shoke, Chief of South African National Defence Force visited Naval Headquarters Islamabad and called on Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah. The visiting dignitary is on an official visit to Pakistan.

Upon arrival at Naval Headquarters, the visiting dignitary was received by Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah. A smartly turned out contingent of Pakistan Navy clad in ceremonial dress presented him the guard of honour.

Later, General Solly Zacharia Shoke, Chief of South African National Defence Force called on Chief of the Naval Staff at his office, where he held detailed discussions on professional matters and bilateral defence collaboration in diverse fields.

General Solly Zacharia Shoke lauded commitment and performance of Pakistan Navy in fight against terrorism and piracy as well as concerted efforts in maintaining collaborative security in Indian Ocean and beyond.