The third, Type 054-Alpha ship built in China for Pakistan Navy has arrived in Karachi.
The ship, PNS Shahjahan reached Karachi port where it was given a warm welcome. Commander Pakistan Fleet Rear Admiral Faisal Abbasi took round of the ship and congratulated the crew on its commissioning.
Earlier, the ship also visited Sri Lanka’s Colombo port where it also participated in a joint maritime exercise with the Sri Lankan Navy ships.
The Commanding Officer of the ship met with senior civil and military officials of Sri Lanka and discussed professional matters.
PNS Shahjahan is a multi-purpose ship equipped with advanced weapons and sensors.
According to Spokesperson of Pakistan Navy, inclusion of PNS Shahjahan in Pakistan Navy fleet will further strengthen the defence of country’s maritime borders and interests.
