Times of Islamabad

Pakistan Navy test fires missiles and torpedoes to demonstrate war fighting capabilities

Pakistan Navy test fires missiles and torpedoes to demonstrate war fighting capabilities

KARACHI – Pakistan Navy has demonstrated combat readiness and warfightingcapabilities through live weapon firing near the North Arabian Sea onTuesday.

Pakistan Navy spokespersons said missiles and torpedoes launched from thesubmarines successfully engaged intended targets.

Chief Guest Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazihas expressed satisfaction over the drills. CNS also admired naval officersfor their commitment and professionalism. The Admiral reassured PakistanNavy preparedness to thwart any aggression against Pakistan Maritimefrontiers.

Earlier on January 7, Pakistan Army conducted a successful test flight ofan indigenously developed guided multi-launch rocket system.