Pakist­an and UAE navies conduc­ted bilate­ral exerci­se aimed at enhanc­ing brothe­rly relati­onsISLAMABAD: Pakistan Navy ships Tariq and Himmat visited Abu Dhabi to participate in International Defence Exhibition (IDEX)/ Naval Defence Exhibition(NAVDEX) on Saturday. Pakistan and UAE navies also conducted ‘Nasl Al Bahr’ bilateral exercise, which was aimed at enhancing brotherly relations between the two strategic partners. The exercise provided a common platform to Pakistan and UAE navies to improve tactical procedures and develop common understanding against asymmetric, air and surface threats in the maritime domain. “The IDEX/NAVDEX-19 is one of the leading trade shows for defence technology in the region. Accordingly, Pakistan and UAE navies have maintained very strong and close relations over the decades.

Source: The Express Tribune February 23, 2019 18:26 UTC