Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi, on Tuesday, paid an official visit to Iran.
According to the details, the Naval Chief called on Commander Islamic Republic of Iran Navy (IRIN) Rear Admiral Shahram Irani and Commander of Northern Fleet Commodore Abdolvahab Taheri.
On his arrival, the Naval Chief was received by Commander IRIN and was presented Guard of Honour. During the meeting with Commander IRIN, the Naval Chief was given a detailed briefing on roles and objectives of the Iran Navy.
Besides, professional matters of mutual interest including bilateral naval collaborations and the security environment of Indian Ocean Region were discussed. The Admiral highlighted Pakistan Navy’s focused efforts towards Maritime Security, Counter Piracy Operations and PN initiative of Regional Maritime Security Patrol (RMSP).
Iranian Naval Commander acknowledged and highly appreciated the role and contribution of Pakistan Navy for maintaining peace and stability in the maritime domain. The dignitaries agreed to enhance bilateral collaboration between the two countries in general and Navy to Navy in particular.Afterwards, Naval Chief laid a floral wreath at the Martyrs monument at the National Museum of Defence.
Later, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi visited Iranian Northern Fleet (4th Naval Regional HQ) at Bandar Anzali where he was given briefing on responsibilities and capabilities of Northern Fleet. The Naval Chief also visited shipbuilding yards and the Naval Museum.
It is expected that the recent visit of the Naval Chief will further boost bilateral relations between the two navies.
