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Well, truth comes out one day no matter how much one may want to hide it. I think that Indian Army will also have to dispose off the documents regarding 1965 and Kargil war. :bounce::taz:
 
Pakistan warship docks in UAE for goodwill visit

Personnel will visit naval training institutes.

Staff Report
September 19, 2010

Abu Dhabi: A Pakistan naval ship PNS Khaibar will arrive today at Port Rashid in Dubai for a goodwill visit until Thursday.

The ship commanded by Captain Ovais Bilgrami will conduct a joint naval exercise with the UAE naval force, Air Commodore Elyas Sultan, Defence Attaché at the Pakistani Embassy in Abu Dhabi told Gulf News.

He said the ship has a very important role in Pakistan's naval force as it gives training to personnel.

During the stay, Captain Bilgrami and his team will visit various operational and training institutes of the UAE Navy in Dubai.

Strengthen relations

The goodwill visit of PNS Khaibar will be important in further development and strengthening of the historical and friendly relations between Pakistan and the UAE, the attaché said.

The defence attaché is hosting a reception onboard the naval ship Khaibar at Port Rashid on Wednesday for invited guests.
 
147 PN Engineering College graduates awarded BE degrees

KARACHI: A total of 147 graduates were awarded Bachelors of Engineering (BE) degrees at the 22nd convocation of Pakistan Navy Engineering College, a constituent college of National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), held at Bahria Auditorium here Friday. Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Noman Bashir awarded degrees and medals to the students. The graduating batch comprises 84 Pakistani and one Saudi naval officers, and 62 NUST civilian students. Out of these students, 55 were awarded degrees in Mechanical Engineering, 14 in Electrical and 78 in Electronic Engineering. ppi
 
BUSINESS PERISCOPE: Pakistan wins int’l maritime training award

KARACHI: The Maritime Training Institute, Karachi of “M” International Group has won the prestigious Lloyd’s List Middle East and Indian Sub-Continental awards. The awards event was held in Dubai, UAE recently, which was marked by awards’ winners and largely attended by shipping and maritime fraternity numbers of entries were received in the category of “The Training and Crewing Award”. The judging panel short-listed four entries which were Emarat Maritime, UAE, GAC Group, UAE, Maritime Training Institute, Pakistan and Varun Shipping Company India. staff report.
 
Naval chief visits forward operating bases

KARACHI: Chief of Naval Staff Vice-Admiral Asif Sandila visited the forward operating bases in the areas of Sir Creek, Shah Bunder and Chur Jamali on Tuesday.

He was given a detailed briefing on the issues related to the areas and the navy’s operational capabilities.

He also met with the officers and troops deputed in these areas and paid a visit to Sujawal to inaugurate the second phase of the Naval Model Village for the flood survivors.

On the occasion, Marines commander gave a detailed account of the rehabilitation plan, saying that 40 houses would be constructed for the homeless families in the second phase. He apprised the audience that construction of phase-II would be completed within six to eight weeks.

Later, the vice-admiral visited the houses built during the first phase. He also interacted with the displaced families and shared their problems. He assured them of Pakistan Navy’s continued support until their complete rehabilitation takes place. He said the land for the model village had been bought by the navy with their own resources and its ownership would be transferred to the flood survivors after construction work is completed. staff report
 
Pakistan wants peace with honour, dignity: Qamar


KARACHI (January 04, 2011) : The geo-political situation has undergone radical changes especially over the past few years. Pakistan today stands committed in the war against terrorism alongside the international community. "We want peace with all our neighbours but peace with honour and dignity", stated Air Chief Marshall Rao Qamar Suleman. He was addressing the 94th officers commissioning parade held at Pakistan Naval Academy (PNA) on Monday, said a press release on Monday.

The air chief said that our desire for peace must not be construed as a sign of weakness. In fact, it is reflective of our confidence to effectively safeguard our national sovereignty and territorial integrity. Aggression of any kind from any side would be met with full force by the Armed Forces of Pakistan, he added.

He commended participation of Pakistan Navy in Coalition Maritime Campaign Plan (CMCP). He said that the opportunity to command Combined Task Force-150 four times by PN is a testimony of their professional excellence. Suleman added that Pakistan Navy has been entrusted with the onerous command of Combined Task Force 151 in the Gulf of Aden and Somali Basin to deter and disrupt piracy for the benefit of all nations.

Appreciating a good proportion of female cadets on the parade ground, he said that it is heartening to see that females are also being trained at the Naval Academy. This reflects Quaid's vision to provide women with an equal instrumental role to play in defence and development of our country. In his address, Commandant Pakistan Naval Academy, Commodore Ayaz Ahmed Nasir highlighted the salient features of officers training. He apprised that a total of 61 officers are passing out after a rigorous training. He further said PNA is privileged to train cadets from the brotherly countries of Kazakhstan, Maldives, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Sudan and Turkmenistan.

Earlier, on his arrival, the chief guest was received by Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Noman Bashir. Thereafter, Air Chief inspected platoons of the newly commissioned officers and reviewed parade. He also awarded prizes to the winners. Midshipmen Muhammad Bilal Asif was given the Sword of Honour for his best performance. Academy's Dirk went to Midshipmen Owais Ahmed Khan while Lieutenant Shahab Hussain while Cadet Zeeshan Javed clinched Quaid-e-Azam and Chairman Joint Chief of Staff Gold Medal respectively. Main Top Squadron was the recipient of Proficiency Banner. After a splendid march past, oath-taking ceremony was held. At the conclusion of the programme, the newly commissioned officers were presented salute by two Z9EC helicopters and a frigate class ship, which sailed in front of the academy. The ceremony was attended by a large number of senior officials from all three services, foreign diplomats and parents of cadets.

Copyright Associated Press of Pakistan, 2011
 
Coalition Maritime exercises made stronger PN: Naval Chief

Pakistan Navy’s participation in Coalition Maritime Campaign Plan has strengthened relations with modern navies, said Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Noman Bashir here on Tuesday. “Participation of PN in multinational exercises and Counter Piracy Deployment has not only helped strengthen relations with modern navies but also added much to our professional acumen”, he said while addressing the Annual Efficiency Competition Parade of Pakistan Navy at the PN Dockyard.The Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Noman Bashir, was the chief guest on the occasion.“Coalition Maritime Campaign Plan and CTF-151 is a step towards regional and global security”, he added.The Naval Chief emphasized that defence of the sea frontiers and maritime interest remains our prime responsibility, which will be ensured at all costs. The Naval Chief said that Pakistan is committed to root out terrorism from the country.

Earlier, Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral Abbas Raza while giving a detailed account of fleet activities, apprised that during 2010, PN ships conducted exercises with various navies including France, USA, UK, Indonesia, Brunei and Malaysia.

http://www.nation.com.pk/pakistan-ne...PN-Naval-Chief
 
Passing out parade of Navy sailors held

Staff Report

KARACHI: Batch of 306 Sailors of Pakistan Navy graduated Saturday at sailors training establishment PNS Himalaya, Manora. General Manager (Operations) Karachi Port Trust Rear Admiral Azhar Hayat was the Chief Guest at the passing out parade.

These sailors have formally joined Pakistan Naval Force upon completion of 17 weeks rigorous training which includes combat training, sea survival and technical training.

Addressing the ceremony, the Rear Admiral Azhar Hayat said that the country is passing through a critical phase. Security situation in northern areas and recent floods has resulted in financial and economic crunch. He said that Pakistan Navy stands committed to fulfill all the responsibilities and roles assigned to it. Apart from discharging the sacred duty of guarding the sea frontiers, PN is also making all out efforts for rehabilitation of the flood victims.

The chief guest further said that rapidly changing technology has made the naval warfare scenario much more complex than ever before. Pakistan Navy has, therefore, always focused on acquiring latest technology. He hoped that passing out sailors would devote themselves to learn best usage of the military hardware to prove there mettle in times of need. Admiral Azhar urged the passing out sailors that besides improving upon their professional capabilities, they should also inculcate in them the traits of a good citizen and contribute towards developing a society where justice, tolerance, enlightenment and brotherhood are supreme. He also extended his felicitations to passing out sailors. Earlier, Commanding Officer PNS Himalaya highlighted the salient features of sailors training. He apprised the audience that latest techniques have been adopted wherein sailors are subjected to high tech training environment.
 
mirage v's in inventory are good against sea harrier am i right rite now our naval air arm has 25 mirages aren't they against sea harrier in ins vikrant
lets put mig29k at a side cuz they aren't inducted yet for a while im just asking a question!!
 
Does anyone know if the PN has any plans to induct the P-8 as it is the replacment of the P-3 and is MUCH more advanced and built from the ground up with lessons learned of the weaknesses of the P-3:
[video=metacafe;1556214/p8_posiedon_replaces_p3_orion/]http://www.metacafe.com/watch/1556214/p8_posiedon_replaces_p3_orion/[/video]
 
Does anyone know if the PN has any plans to induct the P-8 as it is the replacment of the P-3 and is MUCH more advanced and built from the ground up with lessons learned of the weaknesses of the P-3:
[video=metacafe;1556214/p8_posiedon_replaces_p3_orion/]http://www.metacafe.com/watch/1556214/p8_posiedon_replaces_p3_orion/[/video]

Somehow I understand the underlying message in this post..

But no.. our orions have been upgraded to the US Navy's Block III configuration.
In terms of force requirements it meets threat projection well into the 2025's.
 
Somehow I understand the underlying message in this post..

But no.. our orions have been upgraded to the US Navy's Block III configuration.
In terms of force requirements it meets threat projection well into the 2025's.

^^^ care to elaborate??
 
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