Commander of the Navy Chief Guest at two major events at AMAN-2017 in Pakistan
 

The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Ravindra Wijegunaratne who is on an official visit to Pakistan, was the Chief Guest at two important events; the 7th International Maritime Conference and the International Bands Display and Maritime Counter Terrorism Demonstration, held in parallel with the Multinational Exercise AMAN-17 yesterday (11).

Prior to attending the above events Vice Admiral Wijegunaratne called on the Chief of the Naval Staff of the Pakistan Navy, Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah and they shared a light moment. Subsequently, Admiral Zakaullah accompanied the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy to the rest of the events lined up for the day.

Commencing a string of events scheduled for the day, an International Bands Display was presented by the bands of participating countries of AMAN 17, aiming to connect the countries through cultural heritage as well. The military bands from Sri Lanka and of Pakistan Army, Pakistan Air Force and Pakistan Navy played a mix of their traditional and military tunes on this occasion. The enchanting melodies mesmerized the audience and were really appreciated by the crowds. The event was also attended by the Chief of the Naval Staff of the Pakistan Navy, senior officers from the armed forces of Pakistan and participating countries.

The Band Display was followed by an impressive Maritime Counter Terrorism Demonstration presented by Special Operations Forces of Pakistan Navy and participating countries, at Manora. The counter terrorism demonstrated was a fine display of strength and specialized skills by Special Operations Forces of Pakistan Navy and participating countries to counter acts of maritime terrorism, refine special operating procedures, exchange of professional expertise and to enhance interoperability with participating SOF teams.

Meanwhile, the 7th International Maritime Conference (IMC 2017) which is scheduled to be held from 11th to 13th February at NCMPR, Bahria University, Karachi, saw the successful culmination of its first stage yesterday (11). The highlight of the event was the presence of more than thirty five navies, eminent speakers and delegates across the globe. Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy graced today’s conference as the Chief Guest and delivered a speech to the scholarly gathering as well. This major event was attended by the Chief of the Naval Staff of the Pakistan Navy, foreign delegates, senior officers and a host of distinguished scholars.