Pakistan naval ship in Doha

Ship engaged in anti-piracy and anti-terror duties.

Pakistan naval ship in Doha on goodwill visit

By Umer Nangiana/Staff Reporter

Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) Aslat has arrived in Qatar on a goodwill visit. The 123m-long warship is the fourth ship of ‘Zulfiqar’ (Sword) Class Frigates completely built in Pakistan Ship Yard in Karachi.

The ship is on a mission to secure and safeguard the sea lanes of communication in the region.

The ship’s Commanding Officer (CO) Captain Jamal Alam on Monday welcomed on board a large number of representatives of Pakistani community, diplomats from brotherly countries, government officials besides Pakistan’s Ambassador Shahzad Ahmad for dinner.

The guests were taken on a visit of the ship where Alam briefed them about its capabilities, strength and its mission.

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Source: gulf-times.com