Karachi Sep 23 (IANS) Pakistan said it conducted a successful test of the firing of an anti-ship missile from a Sea King helicopter in northern Arabian Sea on Saturday.
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah witnessed the missile firing demonstration a press release issued by the navy said.
The anti-ship missile successfully hit its target.
According to the navy spokesperson Zakaullah said the successful firing demonstration was a testament to Pakistan Navy s war preparedness and professional capabilities.
The naval chief also visited fleet units stationed in the sea and witnessed exercises involving the naval fleet.
"I am proud of Pakistan Navy fleet s war preparations " Zakaullah was quoted as saying.
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