Pakistan Naval Chief On Visit Calls On Brunei Ruler

Bandar Seri Begawan – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah received in audience Admiral Shahid Karimullah, Chief of the Naval Staff Pakistan Navy, at the Istana Nurul Iman yesterday.

Meanwhile, in the morning, Admiral Shahid made a courtesy call on YAM Pengiran Retired Major General Pengiran Hj Ibnu Ba'asith, Deputy Minister of Defence at the Bolkiah Garrison.

The visit was a familiarisation tour for Admiral Shahid.

He arrived in the country Sunday. His visit is hosted by the Commander of the Royal Brunei Navy.

Both the Royal Brunei Navy and Pakistan Navy enjoy strong bilateral ties and close working relationship covering a wide ranging aspect.

These include exchanges of visits among personnel of the two navies and naval exercises, military courses, ad hoc seminars and meetings to promote understanding and rapport between the two sides.

The Chief of Naval Staff of Pakistan also called on Pehin Brigadier General Dato Haji Mohammad Yusof bin Abu Bakar, Acting Commander of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces.

The visit is expected to promote cooperation on naval matters between the two countries. -- Courtesy of Radio Television Brunei

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