Two Pakistan Navy ships, PNS TAIMUR and PNS ASLAT, arrived at the Port of Colombo on April 12 for a goodwill visit. The Sri Lanka Navy extended a traditional welcome to the visiting vessels. The PNS TAIMUR is commanded by Captain Niamat Saeed Khan, while Captain Nadir Mateen Afridi leads the PNS ASLAT. During their stay, the ships are expected to engage in a bilateral naval exercise named LION STAR V with the Sri Lanka Navy in Colombo seas. This visit aims to foster and strengthen the friendly relations between the navies of both nations.
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Pakistan Navy Ships PNS Taimur and PNS Aslat Conclude Goodwill Visit and Joint Exercise in Colombo
TLDR
PNS TAIMUR & PNS ASLAT arrived in Colombo on April 12, 2026.
Ships conducted LION STAR V exercise with Sri Lanka Navy.
Commanders met Rear Admiral Jagath Kumara during two-day visit.
Pakistan Navy ships departed after successful goodwill visit.
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