ISLAMABAD: Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah, who is on an official visit to In
donesia, called on Commandant Marine Corps Maj Gen Bambang Suwantono and Commandant Western Fleet Command Rear Admi
ral Aan Kumia of In
donesia
.
Upon his arrival at Marines Base and Western Fleet Command Headquarters, the naval chief was presented a guard of honour. During the meeting with Commandant Marine Corps, Maj Gen Bambang Suwantono, diverse matters of pro
fessional interest ranging from Maritime Security and Stability, Coalition Maritime Campaign Plan (CMCP), Counter Piracy
Operations, drug trafficking and various avenues to enhance interoperability between Pakistan and In
donesian Navy were dilated upon.
Naval Chief also highlighted Pakistan’s commitment and performance in fight against terrorism in general and Pakistan Navy’s efforts for maintaining regional peace and security in particular.
Gen Bambang Suwantono acknowledged strong foundations and historical ties between Pakistan and In
donesia and lauded PN efforts and focused commitments in support of collaborative maritime security in the region and extending cooperation in diverse fields to In
donesian Navy.
Later, Chief of the Naval Staff called on Commandant Fleet Command, Rear Admi
ral Aan Kumia.
Upon his arrival at Western Fleet Command Headquarters at Jakarta, In
donesia, he was warmly welcomed by Commandant Fleet Command and was also given detailed briefings regarding western Fleet Command of In
donesian Navy. During the meeting, pro
fessional matters of mutual interest came under discussion.
The Naval Chief Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah appreciated the pro
fessionalism and commitment of In
donesian Navy officers and men. The commandant Western Fleet Commmand highly lauded the role and contributions of Pakistan Navy in spearheading various initiatives for maintaining peace and stability in the region.