DOHA: Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhamma
d 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 Pakist
anR17;s commitment and resolve in the fight against terrorism and emphasized the role of the Pakistan Nav
y in this regard, including participation in Coalition Maritime Campaign Plan (CMCP) and Counter Piracy Opera
tions as well as Command of Multi
national Task Forces 150 and 151. The Qatari state minister acknowledged warm and brotherly rela
tions between Qatar and Pakistan, based on strong founda
tions and historical ties. Dr Khalid Bin Mohammad Al Attiya highly appreciated the role and contribu
tions of the Pakistan Navy in maintaining peace and stabilit
y in the region.