Islamabad, Jan 11, 2026 — A Pakistan Navy (PN) flotilla comprising sail ship PNS Rah Naward, fleet tanker PNS Madadgar, and Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) vessel PMSS Kashmir paid a goodwill visit to Port Sultan Qaboos, Muscat, during an overseas deployment. The visiting ships were warmly received by Omani authorities upon arrival.
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During the port call, Mission Commander Commodore Amir Iqbal, along with the commanding officers of the ships, held a series of meetings with senior leadership of the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO). The delegation called on the Acting Commander RNO, Director General Operations and Plans, Commander Maritime Security Centre, Commander Said Bin Sultan Naval Base, and the Commandant of Sultan Qaboos Naval Academy.
Discussions focused on issues of mutual interest, navy-to-navy cooperation, and enhanced collaboration in maritime security. RNO officers and midshipmen also visited the Pakistani ships, engaging in professional exchanges with PN officers on maritime and naval matters.
The Pakistan Navy ships were opened to visitors, attracting a large number of members from the Pakistani community in Oman, as well as students from the Pakistan School in Muscat.
Following the port visit, PN and PMSA ships conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with RNO ship Khasab. The exercise aimed to enhance interoperability, strengthen operational coordination, and promote shared learning through bilateral naval activities.
Pakistan and Oman, as maritime neighbours, maintain close naval ties through regular port calls, high-level exchanges, and joint exercises. The visit of PN and PMSA ships is expected to further reinforce bilateral relations and cooperation between the two friendly navies.
