ISLAMABAD: Pakistani naval ships Rah Naward and Madadgar along with the Hamza submarine on Sunday visited Oman's Port Sultan Bin Qaboos as part of overseas deployment, the Pakistan Navy said.
Upon arrival at the port, the Pakistan Navy flotilla was received by the country's defence attaché in Oman and officials of the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO).
"During the port stay, various bilateral activities including exchange visits onboard afloat units, orientation visits of military installations and coordination meetings were undertaken," the Pakistan Navy said in a statement.
"Upon completion of port visit, PNS Rah Naward participated in sailing exercise with Royal Navy of Oman Sail Training Ship, RNOV Shabab. The event provided a unique training opportunity for onboard trainees of both navies."
During the visit, Commander of the Pakistani fleet, Vice Admiral Ovais Ahmed Bilgrami, and the mission commander called on the chief of Sultan’s armed forces and RNO commander. The two sides discussed matters of mutual interests and reaffirmed enhancement of bilateral ties in all spheres, according to the statement.
The Pakistani fleet commander conveyed good wishes of Pakistan Navy Chief Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi for the people of Oman in general and the Royal Navy in particular.
The mission commander along with the commanding officer also called on the commander of Said Bin Sultan Naval Base and RNO's Operations and Plans director-general.
"The port visit of PN Flotilla to Muscat, Oman is expected to further enhance existing close diplomatic ties and cordial relations between the two countries," the statement read.
