Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf has underscored the Pakistan Navy’s critical role in maintaining peace and maritime security in the region.
He also stressed the urgent need for adopting modern technology to tackle evolving threats.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Command and Staff Conference of the Pakistan Navy was held at Naval Headquarters in Islamabad.
The high-level meeting was chaired by Admiral Naveed Ashraf and attended by Principal Staff Officers and Field Commanders. The forum reviewed key operational matters, future plans, and strategic direction.
During the conference, the Naval Chief highlighted that acquiring modern and advanced technology is no longer optional but a strategic necessity for the Pakistan Navy.
He stressed the importance of maintaining constant combat readiness to effectively respond to both conventional and unconventional maritime threats.
Rising regional challenges highlighted
Admiral Ashraf pointed to emerging threats in the current regional environment, particularly in the context of the Middle East.
He noted concerns such as:
- Threats to maritime security
- Disruptions to key global trade routes
- Challenges to freedom of navigation
- Instability at strategic maritime chokepoints
The Naval Chief reiterated that the Pakistan Navy continues to play a vital role in ensuring peace, stability, and maritime security in the region.
He added that the Navy’s presence provides a sense of security and contributes to maintaining balance in increasingly uncertain waters.
Tribute to martyrs of May 2025 war
The forum also paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives during the May 2025 Indo-Pak war.
Admiral Ashraf described their sacrifices as a symbol of national unity and unwavering resolve against external aggression.
Strategic review
Participants conducted a detailed review of operational preparedness and ongoing initiatives.
The forum also discussed adapting naval strategies in line with evolving regional security requirements, aiming to enhance effectiveness across multiple operational domains.
The Command and Staff Conference remains the highest decision-making forum of the Pakistan Navy.
It serves as a platform where senior leadership consults on policy, strategy, and future direction of naval operations.
