Ministry of Defence of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka

06/03/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/03/2026 02:38

Pakistan naval trio arrives at Colombo Port

In a display of naval tradition, the Sri Lanka Navy formally welcomed the Pakistan Navy Ships 'PNS Taimur' and 'PNS Aslat', alongside the submarine 'PNS/M Hangor', as they arrived at the Port of Colombo on 01 Jun 26. The Pakistan naval units made port in Sri Lanka for a goodwill visit as well as to fulfill replenishment.

The visiting naval assets are commanded by a lineup of naval officers, with Captain Niamat Saeed Khan ('PNS Taimur'), Captain Nadir Mateen Afridi ('PNS Aslat'), and Captain Uzair Farooq ('PNS/M Hangor').

During their stay in Sri Lanka, the crew members of the visiting ships and submarine are scheduled to tour several key locations across the country. Concluding the visit, the Pakistan naval units will engage in a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with the Sri Lanka Navy off the west coast.

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