Pakistan, Turkish warships hold joint naval drills

The Turkish Navy Ship TCG BURGAZADA has visited Karachi Port and participated in bilateral naval Exercise TURGUTREIS–VII.

In a statement, Pakistan Navy spokesman said during the stay at port, the Commanding Officer of the Turkish Ship called on Commander Pakistan Fleet and matters of mutual interest and bilateral collaboration were discussed, Radio Pakistan reports.

In port activities, joint professional interactions including the planning of bilateral exercises at sea, tabletop discussions on professional topics, sports & social events including a wreath laying at the Mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam were conducted.

On completion of the port visit, Pakistan Navy and Turkish Naval ships participated in bilateral Exercise TURGUTREIS-VII and conducted joint patrolling in the North Arabian Sea to further hone professional skills and enhance interoperability.