Prime Minister Imran Khan has commended the efforts of Pakistan Navy forthe defense of country’s sea frontiers and provision of security toChina-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project including Gwadar Port.

He made the remarks during his visit to Naval Headquarters in Islamabad onMonday where he was given a detailed briefing about Pakistan Navy’sinitiatives for the development of maritime sector.

The Prime Minister assured to continue to provide all possible cooperationto the naval force. He said given its importance for economic development,the government is trying to promote the maritime sector.

Imran Khan said declaring 2020 as the year of blue economy manifests thegovernment’s emphasis to maritime economy.

Naval Chief Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi on the occasion said Pakistan Navy isfully prepared to protect the maritime interests and sea frontiers of thecountry.

Federal Ministers Pervez Khattak, Dr Abdul Hafeez Sheikh, Syed Ali HaiderZaidi and Special Assistant on National Security Dr Moeed Yusuf were alsopresent on the occasion.