ISLAMABAD — Chief of the General Staff of the Royal Saudi Naval Forces, Lt. Gen. Fahd Al-Ghuraibi, met with Pakistan's Minister of Defense Khawaja Muhammad Asif in Islamabad as part of his official visit to Pakistan. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the strategic partnership between the naval forces of Saudi Arabia and Pakistan and their shared role in enhancing regional maritime security. They also discussed a range of issues of mutual interest. Lt. Gen. Al-Ghuraibi also held formal talks with Pakistan's Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, in the presence of both countries' official delegations. The discussions focused on strengthening naval cooperation in areas such as training, maritime security, and joint coordination in addressing regional maritime challenges. As part of his engagements, the Saudi naval chief met with Maj. Gen. Jawad Ahmed, Commandant of Pakistan's National Defence University. The meeting explored academic cooperation and the exchange of expertise in advanced military education. The two sides also discussed joint training programs aimed at enhancing the capabilities of naval personnel in both countries. Lt. Gen. Al-Ghuraibi concluded his visit with a meeting with Pakistan's Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Sahir Shamshad Mirza. Both officials emphasized the importance of integrated defense efforts to address regional security threats and the need to continue joint work to promote stability and strengthen military ties between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.
