The 2nd PN International Nautical Competition has begun with an impressive opening ceremony at Pakistan Naval Academy. Cadets and midshipmen from naval academies of China, Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia and UAE are participating in the event.
Under the auspices of Pakistan Naval Academy, the four-day long event will encompass a variety of water sports and seamanship races at Karachi Harbour. During different phases of the competition, a total of 6 teams from China, Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Pakistan Naval Academy and Pakistan Marines Academy will prove their mettle by pitching against each other. The competitions will include swimming and lifesaving races at Naval Physical Training and Sports Complex Karsaz, seamanship race and sailing race at Karachi Harbour. The event will not only help promote water sports in Pakistan but also highlight the soft image of the country at international level.