Pakistan, Azerbaijan pledge to boost defence ties

Commander Azerbaijan Naval Forces (ANF) Rear Admiral Shahin Mammadov called on Admiral Naveed Ashraf, NI, NI (M), T Bt, Chief of the Naval Staff, at Naval Headquarters in Islamabad, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

Upon arrival, Commander Azerbaijan Naval Forces was received by Chief of the Naval Staff, said an ISPR statement released on Tuesday.

A smartly turned-out contingent of Pakistan Navy presented guard of honour. Thereafter, the dignitary laid floral wreath at the Shuhada's Monument.

During the meeting, both leaders discussed matters of mutual interest, regional maritime security situation, and avenues for enhanced cooperation in training and defence.

Both leaders pledged to further strengthen and diversify the scope of existing bilateral defence relationship. 

Later, a briefing was also given to the visiting dignitary on Pakistan Navy's ongoing projects.

Pakistan and Azerbaijan share longstanding brotherly relations marked by close naval cooperation. The visit of Commander Azerbaijan Naval Forces will further enhance bilateral collaboration between the two countries in general and navies in particular.

Reporter Ahmad Mansoor