China’s naval chief lauds Pakistan’s pivotal role

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China’s naval chief lauds Pakistan’s pivotal role
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Published: May 19, 2016
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Admiral Wu Shengli, Commander PLA (Navy) receiving the Guard of Honour at Pakistan Navy fleet headquarters. PHOTO: PR

KARACHI: The head of China’s navy on Wednesday acknowledged Pakistan Navy’s role in ensuring maritime security and stability in the region.

“Pakistan, as a responsible state, is playing a pivotal role for maritime security and stability in the region, which has greatly helped in shaping a secure environment for freedom of navigation in the region,” Commander of the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), Admiral Wu Shengli, said in a meeting with Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah.

Admiral Shengli is visiting Pakistan on Admiral Zakaullah’s invitation. Upon arrival on Wednesday, the PLAN commander was received by the Pakistan Navy chief. A contingent of naval officers presented him with a guard of honour.

During their meeting, Admiral Shengli and Admiral Zakaullah held detailed discussions on professional matters, an official press release said. The PLAN commander was briefed comprehensively on operational developments. He lauded Pakistan Navy’s efforts and focused commitments in support of collaborative maritime security in the region.

Published in The Express Tribune, May 19th, 2016.


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[alimobin memon]

Whats the status of naval development what is going to be inducted this year ?

 

[Arsalan]

Whats the status of naval development what is going to be inducted this year ?

what?
What is inducted? what deployment? Can you please explain what are you actually asking sir?

 

[Rank]

 

[Arsalan]

Most interested in this part of the project:

This concerns the areas with untapped potential. This is what we actually require. I do not see much more good coming out from Lahore or Multan as these are already big cities. This central route will be the one, if developed that will explore new horizons and will have the potential of being a game changer in the long run.

 

[Rank]

Most interested in this part of the project:
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This concerns the areas with untapped potential. This is what we actually require. I do not see much more good coming out from Lahore or Multan as these are already big cities. This central route will be the one, if developed that will explore new horizons and will have the potential of being a game changer in the long run.

These lines are not accurate. Not represent the actual route, it is just a CGI. The purpose of showing two different lanes of CPEC is, this project having multiple routes through Pakistan to reach Gawadar Port from China.

 

[alimobin memon]

what?
What is inducted? what deployment? Can you please explain what are you actually asking sir?

I mean to say what are the next units being inducted in Naval modernization program

 

[Arsalan]

These lines are not accurate. Not represent the actual route, it is just a CGI. The purpose of showing two different lanes of CPEC is, this project having multiple routes through Pakistan to reach Gawadar Port from China.

Oo sure i understand, that is why in addition to marking it i said:

Most interested in this part of the project:

This concerns the areas with untapped potential. This is what we actually require. I do not see much more good coming out from Lahore or Multan as these are already big cities. This central route will be the one, if developed that will explore new horizons and will have the potential of being a game changer in the long run.

I mean to say what are the next units being inducted in Naval modernization program

Currently PN is pursuing the conventional AIP submarines from China. The plans for heavier frigates etc are merely talks as of now as nothing have been signed yet. So it is safe to say that the subs are the main project, main focus area. Then there is the fleet tanker under construction. Also there is this third of the Azmat Class FAC/Missile boat under construction and KSEW.

 

[Tripoli]

Pakistan Navy has played an important role in reducing piracy in the Arabian Sea.

 

[CHI RULES]

Just like Submarine contract Pak Should at least go for two to three stealth frigates with true AA capabilities having at least Medium HQ16 SAMs. Further Navy should also upgrade already acquired F22s with some Medium level SAM.
Further we PN should conduct study whether F21 frigates may be overhauled for future or not along with Augiosta 70s.