Pak Navy Launches 'Operation Muhafiz-ul-Bahr' to Secure Maritime Trade Routes

• Pakistan Navy initiated 'Operation Muhafiz-ul-Bahr' on March 9 to counter multi-dimensional threats to national shipping and maritime trade.
• The operation addresses evolving regional maritime security and potential disruptions to critical sea lanes.
• Aims to ensure uninterrupted national energy supplies and security of Sea Lines of Communication (SLOCs).
• PN escort operations are conducted in close coordination with Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC).
• Currently escorting two merchant vessels, one due in Karachi today, securing 90% of Pakistan's trade conducted via sea.