The Pakistan Navy has launched Operation Muhafiz-ul-Bahr to protect maritime trade and ensure the uninterrupted flow of energy supplies amid evolving regional security challenges.
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According to a statement issued by the Directorate General Public Relations (Pakistan Navy), the operation aims to counter multidimensional threats to national shipping and safeguard critical Sea Lines of Communication (SLOCs).
Naval escort operations are being conducted in close coordination with the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) to ensure the safe movement of merchant vessels. The navy said it is closely monitoring the maritime situation and actively controlling ship movements to guarantee secure transit.
Officials noted that nearly 90 percent of Pakistan’s trade is carried through maritime routes, making the protection of sea lanes vital for the country’s economic stability and energy security.
Under the ongoing operation, naval vessels are currently escorting two merchant ships, one of which is expected to reach Karachi on Sunday.
The Pakistan Navy reaffirmed its readiness to respond to emerging maritime threats and stressed its commitment to ensuring the safety of national shipping and maintaining regional maritime security.
