Pakistan Navy concludes Port Security and Harbour Defence Exercise in Karachi
Pakistan
Two-day drills enhances maritime security readiness
KARACHI (Dunya News) – The Pakistan Navy has successfully completed a two-day Port Security and Harbour Defence Exercise at Karachi Harbour to enhance operational tactics, techniques, and procedures, while strengthening inter-agency coordination.
According to the Directorate General Public Relations (DGPR) Navy, the exercise brought together Pakistan Navy Coastal Command, Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA), Karachi Port Trust (KPT) and various law enforcement agencies.
PN conducted 2-day Port Security and Harbour Defence Ex at Khi harbour to enhance ops tactics, techniques, procedures & to strengthen inter-agency coord. Scenarios were rehearsed to improve readiness & integrated response capabilities of PN Coastal Command, PMSA, KPT and LEAs.1/2 pic.twitter.com/V3IGCO3pHy
— DGPR (Navy) (@dgprPaknavy) August 8, 2025
Participants rehearsed coordinated actions under high-pressure conditions, focusing on swift detection, deterrence, and neutralisation of potential threats to maritime and naval infrastructure. The drills emphasised real-time communication, joint situational awareness, and streamlined command and control.
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