Islamabad, December 24, 2021 (PPI-OT):The launching ceremony of 4th ship of Type-054 A/P Class Frigate constructed for Pakistan Navy was held at Hudong Zhonghua Shipyard, Shanghai, China.
Out of four state of the art frigates, the first Type-054 A/P ship namely PNS Tughril has been commissioned and reached Pakistan. Type-054 A/P Frigates will be one of the most technologically advanced surface platforms of Pakistan Navy Fleet, fitted with latest surface, subsurface, anti-air weapon systems, Combat Management System and Sensors.
The induction of these ships will enhance Pakistan Navy Fleet’s war fighting capabilities, contribute in maintaining peace, stability and power equilibrium in the Indian Ocean Region. Successful launching of 4th Ship of the series is a testimony of deep rooted defence and diplomatic Sino-Pak relations.
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