In a significant display of maritime cooperation, the UK Royal Navy’s HMSLancaster, accompanied by an embarked helicopter, made a port call toKarachi, where it engaged in a bilateral exercise named WHITE STAR IV withthe Pakistan Navy. This visit marks a pivotal moment in strengthening navalties between the two nations.
Upon its arrival at Karachi Port, the Royal Navy ship was warmly greeted byhigh-ranking officials from the Pakistan Navy and the British HighCommission. Following the port visit, an extensive two-day bilateralexercise unfolded, involving Pakistan Navy ships TAIMUR and ASLAT, maritimepatrol aircraft, helicopters, and Pakistan Air Force (PAF) fighters. Theseexercises covered various advanced operational drills, spanning aspects ofmaritime warfare, live gunnery firing, operational procedures, and defenseagainst asymmetric threats.ALSO READ
The overarching goal of Exercise WHITE STAR is to bolster regional peaceand stability, fostering improved interoperability between the UK RoyalNavy and Pakistan Navy through the exchange of experiences. This exerciseexemplifies the Pakistan Navy’s unwavering commitment to regional securityand collaboration.
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Simultaneous with the Royal Navy ship’s visit, Deputy Commander CombinedMaritime Forces, Commodore Philip Edward Dennis RN, held discussions withsenior Pakistan Navy officials, exploring avenues for future collaborationsaimed at enhancing regional maritime security. This event underscores thegrowing partnership and shared commitment to safeguarding the waters of theregion.
