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Pakistan navy ship completes goodwill visit to Bangkok port

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP): Pakistan Navy’s newly commissioned ship PNS SAIF has completed its goodwill visit to Bangkok port. The visit programme from October 8-11, included calls by ship’s Commanding Officer Captain Muhammad Zubair Shafique on the Ambassador of Pakistan to Thailand Sohail Mahmood and Commandant Bangkok Naval Base Rear Admiral Roongsak Sereeswad. The Commanding Officer also visited the Grand Palace and signed the guest book as per protocol.

A reception was hosted on-board PNS SAIF, which was attended by a large number of guests including high-ranking officials of the Royal Thai Armed Forces, senior Foreign and Defence Ministry officials, ambassadors and senior diplomats.

Ambassador Sohail Mahmood described PNS SAIF’s visit to Bangkok as “landmark” and said it was a reflection of the cordiality of ties between Pakistan and Thailand and also the growing navy-to-navy collaboration between the two countries.

He also recalled their Majesties the King and Queen of Thailand’s visit to PNS MUNSIF during their state visit to Pakistan in March 1962.
The Pakistan Embassy had arranged the display of photographs of the Royal couple’s visit during the reception on-board PNS SAIF.

The Ambassador also highlighted PN’s contribution to international peace and security, noting in particular its role in Combined Task Force 150 (CTF 150) in the context of counter-terrorism operations in the Gulf of Aden, the Red Sea, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean.

He pointed out that CTF 150 was currently being commanded by Pakistan for the fourth time.

The Ambassador noted that Royal Thai Navy (RTN)’s recent participation in the CTF 151 to reinforce international anti-piracy efforts in the Gulf of Aden.
He expressed the hope that cooperative ties between the two navies will continue to grow in the months and years to come.

Speaking at a dinner hosted in honour of the CO and PNS SAIF officers, a high-ranking Royal Thai Navy officer stated that PNS SAIF’s visit to Bangkok port would contribute to enhancement of mutual understanding and further strengthen cooperation in the future.

During its stay in Bangkok, the ship was also opened for visit by school children and the general public. Members of the Pakistani community described their experience of visiting the navy ship along with their families as memorable.
The ship was welcomed and seen-off by Pakistan’s Defence Attache in Bangkok Col Syed Sajid Raza. The ship is currently on its way from China to Pakistan.