DOHA: Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah is on an official visit to Qatar where he called on Qatar’s State Minister for Defence Dr Khalid Bin Mohammad Al Attiya, according to a press release issued on Thursday.
During the meeting, matters of mutual interest and defence collaboration were discussed. The Admiral highlighted Pakistan’s commitment and resolve in the fight against terrorism and emphasized the role of the Pakistan Navy in this regard, including participation in Coalition Maritime Campaign Plan (CMCP) and Counter Piracy Operations as well as Command of Multinational Task Forces 150 and 151. The Qatari state minister acknowledged warm and brotherly relations between Qatar and Pakistan, based on strong foundations and historical ties. Dr Khalid Bin Mohammad Al Attiya highly appreciated the role and contributions of the Pakistan Navy in maintaining peace and stability in the region.
