ISLAMABAD: General Levent Ergün, the Deputy Chief of General Staff of the Turkish Armed Forces, visited the Naval Headquarters in Islamabad, meeting with Admiral Naveed Ashraf, the Chief of Naval Staff. The visit aimed at discussing regional maritime security and bolstering bilateral defense ties between Türkiye and Pakistan.
According to Inter Services Public Relations, the meeting covered a range of topics including the regional maritime security environment influenced by the Israel-US-Iran conflict and potential areas for defense collaboration. Both leaders emphasized the necessity of expanding military cooperation, particularly through training and joint military exercises.
Admiral Ashraf highlighted the contributions of the Pakistan Navy to regional maritime security. General Ergün acknowledged these efforts and the role of the Pakistan Navy in fostering collaborative maritime security. The visit is seen as a testament to the strategic partnership between the two nations and their commitment to ensuring a secure maritime environment.