Multinational Maritime Exercise, EXPO Commenced
Islamabad, The Gulf Observer: A remarkable and vibrant Flags Hoisting Ceremony was held at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, Karachi, to formally commence the proceedings of 8th Multinational Maritime Exercise AMAN-2023.
The opening of the Exercise was marked with simultaneous hoisting of flags of all the participating nations of AMAN-23
A large number of senior military representatives from participating countries, observers, diplomats and Pakistan Navy officials attended the ceremony.
Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi in his message warmly welcomed the participants by stating that its objective was to create a secure and favorable maritime environment
The Message of Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi was read out, warmly welcoming the participants. The Admiral underscored that the AMAN Exercise is a regular feature that involves regional and extra-regional navies to create a secure and favorable maritime environment for smooth and unhindered maritime activities in the region.
The Naval Chief in his message further underlined that Pakistan Navy has been a forerunner in its quest for promoting collaborative maritime security in the region besides generating the camaraderie as highlighted under the Exercise motto “Together for Peace”. The Admiral emphasized that this bond will continue to grow and bring us even closer to the cherished goals of realizing regional peace and shared prosperity.
In his address, Commander Pakistan Fleet, Vice Admiral Ovais Ahmed Bilgrami expressed the hope that the Exercise would prove mutually rewarding for all
Speaking on the occasion, Commander Pakistan Fleet, Vice Admiral Ovais Ahmed Bilgrami warmly welcomed all the participants and thanked them for their wholehearted participation in the Exercise. He sought their cooperation in achieving the Exercise objectives and hoped that the Exercise would prove mutually rewarding for all. He also acknowledged the flags of participating countries from across the globe fluttering together as an embodiment of the Exercise motto, ‘Together for Peace’.
Another mega event Pakistan International Maritime Expo & Conference also commenced to create awareness st national and international level about the untapped potential of Pakistan’s Blue Economy
Another mega event Pakistan International Maritime Expo & Conference (PIMEC) also commenced at Karachi Expo Center, a protruding initiative of Pakistan Navy under the patronage Ministry of Maritime Affairs aimed to raise awareness amongst national stakeholders and international fraternity about the huge untapped potential of Pakistan’s Blue Economy. The opening ceremony of PIMEC was graced by Minister of Foreign Affairs Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Chief of the Naval Staff was also present during the event. Besides, a large number of civil military, foreign & local delegates attended the event.
The opening ceremony was graced by Minister for Foreign Affairs Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
Chief of the Naval Staff in his message of PIMEC highlighted that Pakistan Navy being the major stakeholder in shaping the maritime thought in the country is proactively playing its role in creating the requisite maritime awareness for exploitation of untapped potential of Blue Economy.
The Naval Chief further underscored that this milestone event will bring together international and national stakeholders, creating a marketplace for presenting innovative ideas while showcasing maritime potential and opportunities in this dynamic field. The Admiral further emphasized that PIMEC is a platform to reaffirm our commitment and resolve towards preserving and sustainable use of oceans and marine resources, exploiting natural resources and to spur growth for collective and shared prosperity.
International Maritime Conference would cover the thoughts of distinguished International and National scholars on the theme of “Embracing Blue Economy challenges and opportunities for developing countries”.
The maiden PIMEC has showcased overwhelming interest with the participation around 133 Exhibitors including foreign and local firms.
