KARACHI: The multinational maritime Exercise Aman-23 organised by Pakistan Navy culminated in the North Arabian Sea with an impressive conduct of the international fleet review comprising a spectacular lineup or Aman formation comprising Pakistan Navy and foreign naval ships.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was the chief guest, who, upon his arrival was received by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Mohammad Amjad Khan Niazi.

The prime minister observed various naval operational manoeuvres and drills conducted during the international fleet review, which also featured an impressive fly-past by Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Air Force and participating foreign aircraft followed by the traditional naval salute of Man and Cheer Ship by the participating ships. The mega exercise culminated with the participating ships forming up in the usual Aman formation of a long line that sailed past the PNS Moawin to signify the collective resolve of the exercise’s theme ‘Together for Peace’.

The prime minister lauded Pakistan Navy for the successful hosting of Exercise Aman-23 for promoting peace and security in the region.

“Aman-23 will pave the way to make the region more peaceful and secure with combined efforts by all stakeholders,” he said.

The naval chief highlighted that the successful conduct of the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference (PIMEC-23) held in tandem with the multinational exercise Aman-23 is a manifestation of Pakistan Navy’s resolve to promote the maritime potential of Pakistan.

Published in Dawn, February 15th, 2023