ISLAMABAD, October 27, 2026: Commander Kuwait Naval Force Major General (Navy) Saif Abdulhadi Alhamlan called on Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf at Naval Headquarters, Islamabad, on Tuesday to discuss bilateral naval cooperation and regional maritime security.
According to a press release issued by the Directorate General Public Relations (Pakistan Navy), the meeting focused on matters of mutual professional interest, the regional maritime security environment and opportunities to strengthen defence cooperation between the two countries.
Upon his arrival at Naval Headquarters, the Kuwaiti naval commander was received by Admiral Naveed Ashraf. A Pakistan Navy contingent presented a guard of honour to the visiting dignitary, who was subsequently introduced to the Principal Staff Officers.
During their discussions, the two naval leaders emphasised the importance of sustained professional engagement and explored opportunities for expanding cooperation in naval training, capacity building and other areas of mutual interest.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the longstanding defence relationship between Pakistan and Kuwait, particularly through closer institutional coordination and enhanced professional exchanges between their naval forces.
The visiting commander was also briefed on Pakistan Navy’s contributions and ongoing initiatives aimed at promoting maritime security and stability in the region.
The discussions highlighted the importance of cooperation between regional navies in addressing shared maritime security challenges and maintaining a secure maritime environment.
Pakistan and Kuwait enjoy longstanding bilateral relations based on mutual trust, shared interests and cooperation in various sectors, including defence and security.
The Pakistan Navy said the visit reflected the commitment of both countries to further strengthening their defence partnership and expanding the scope of naval cooperation.
The engagement is expected to provide fresh impetus to professional collaboration between the two naval forces and contribute to regional maritime security and stability.