ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China are conducting a week-long naval exercise in the Arabian Sea.“The Pakistan Navy extends a warm welcome to People’s Liberation Army (Navy) Ship DAQING for its participation in the 4th iteration of bilateral exercise SEA GUARDIAN,” the Pakistan Navy spokesman said in a statement on Wednesday.
The exercise is scheduled from March 25 to April 2. Upon arrival, PLA (N) Ship DAQING was accorded a ceremonial welcome and escorted into the port by Pakistan Navy ships with traditional zeal.
The SEA GUARDIAN exercise aims to further strengthen bilateral relations through mutual exchange of maritime expertise and enhanced interoperability between the two friendly navies, reflecting their shared commitment to regional peace. The exercise will feature a range of harbour and sea-phase activities, including subject matter expert engagements, a young officers’ seminar on contemporary topics, gunnery firings, coordinated patrols and other maritime security operations.
“The SEA GUARDIAN series of exercises reflect the strong bond and shared commitment of Pakistan and China to regional peace and stability,” the spokesman said. It is expected to enhance their strategic partnership and contribute to a stable maritime environment in the region.
