A three-day International maritime Security Conference has begun in Karachi.
Addressing the opening session of Conference, President Azad Kashmir Masood Khan said the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has furthered the need for augmenting the maritime security.
He said all naval forces across the world have a pivotal role in maritime security.
Addressing the conference the adviser on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz said that nuclearization and militarization of Indian Ocean poses a grave threat to the regional peace and security.
Earlier, in his inaugural address on the occasion, Naval Chief Admiral Zakaullah said a special Force has been established for security of CPEC and Gwadar Port.