Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi reviewed operational readiness of naval installations and units at Turbat, Gwadar and boarded Pakistan Navy Ships operating at sea during ongoing maritime exercise Seaspark-20.

Interacting with troops during his visit, the Admiral expressed his satisfaction on operational readiness of Pak Navy assets and professional excellence of the troops for ensuring robust seaward defence.

He appreciated troops’ morale, resilience to serve under multi-threat environment and readiness to surprise the enemy, said a press release issued by Pakistan Navy.

In his address, the Naval Chief also touched upon detection of adversary's submarine during Post-Pulwama standoff as a manifestation of Pak Navy's professional excellence.

Earlier, Admiral Abbasi was received by Commander Pakistan Fleet, Vice Admiral Asif Khaliq and Commander Coast, Vice Admiral Faisal Rasul Lodhi at their respective areas of responsibility.

On arrival at Naval Air Station Turbat, he was briefed on operational plans, deployment of Pakistan Navy aviation assets and various operations being undertaken during the exercise.

Later, during his visit to Gwadar, he was appraised on different operations, plans and readiness of deployed troops along Makran Coast.

On completion of briefings at Command Centers, the chief boarded Pakistan Navy ships operating at sea. He was given a briefing on fleet operations and various plans being undertaken during the exercise.

The Seaspark-20 exercise is a display of strong resolve and capabilities. Pakistan Navy being multi-dimensional force is determined to stand against any aggression posed by the enemy and safeguard maritime frontiers of Pakistan.