KARACHI: Pakistan Navy on Saturday successfully test-fired an anti-ship missile from air to sea level in North Arabian Sea.
According to a Pakistan Navy spokesperson, the sea king helicopter fired the missile in the open sea, which successfully hit the target.
Naval Staff chief Mohammad Zakaullah witnessed demonstration of the weapon firing. Speaking on the occasion, the naval staff chief said that successful firing from the Pakistan Navy’s helicopter is clear proof of war preparedness and professional skills of the navy fleet.
He expressed the determination that the Pakistan Navy will safeguard the territorial water boundaries of the motherland and its interests at any cost.
Admiral Zakaullah expressed satisfaction on the combat readiness of PN fleet and commended the efforts put in by all involved.
He reaffirmed the resolve of Pakistan Navy to ensure country’s seaward defence and safeguard maritime interests at all cost.
