Rawalpindi, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf paid an official visit to Malaysia, underscoring Pakistan Navy’s commitment to cooperative maritime security and naval diplomacy, according to an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) statement.
During the visit, Admiral Naveed Ashraf called on the leadership of the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) at its headquarters, where he was received by Admiral Tan Sri (Dr.) Zulhelmy bin Ithnain, Chief of the Royal Malaysian Navy. The Pakistan Navy chief was accorded a Guard of Honour on arrival.
Discussions between the two naval chiefs focused on aligning strategic perspectives in an increasingly complex maritime environment. Both sides agreed to enhance operational cooperation, capacity building, and coordinated responses to emerging maritime security challenges. The talks reflected a shared resolve to promote stability and security in the region through closer naval collaboration.
Admiral Naveed Ashraf highlighted Pakistan Navy’s key role in maintaining regional maritime stability through its regular participation in Regional Maritime Security Patrols (RMSP) and the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF). He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to fulfilling its responsibilities as a responsible maritime state and contributing proactively to regional peace and security.
As part of the visit, the Chief of the Naval Staff also toured Malaysia’s National Hydrographic Centre, where he was briefed on the centre’s technical capabilities and its role in ensuring maritime safety.
Emphasizing the importance of hydrography as a cornerstone of effective naval operations, Admiral Naveed Ashraf stressed the need to further strengthen institutional cooperation between Malaysia’s National Hydrographic Centre and Pakistan’s National Hydrographic Office, particularly in the areas of professional training and data sharing.
The visit reaffirmed the longstanding naval ties between Pakistan and Malaysia, rooted in shared values and mutual trust.
Officials noted that the engagement would serve as an important milestone in advancing a more integrated, cooperative, and future-oriented partnership between the navies of the two countries.
