ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Navy has welcomed People’s Liberation Army (Navy) Ship 'Daqing' for its participation in the 4th iteration of bilateral ‘Sea Guardian’ exercise scheduled from March 25 to April 2, the military's media wing said on Wednesday.

“Upon arrival, PLA(N) Ship DAQING was accorded a ceremonial welcome and escorted into port by Pakistan Navy ships with traditional zeal,” according to an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) statement.

It said the exercise, which aims to further strengthen bilateral relations through the mutual exchange of maritime expertise, will include both harbor and sea-phase activities.

"The exercise will feature a range of harbour and sea-phase activities, including subject matter expert engagements, a young officers’ seminar on contemporary topics, gunnery firings, coordinated patrols, and other maritime security operations," it said.

The ISPR said the exercise series underscores the strong strategic partnership between the two countries and is expected to contribute to a stable maritime environment in the region.

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