ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday lauded the officers and personnel of the Pakistan Navy for successfully foiling a major narcotics smuggling bid worth billions of rupees. The operation was carried out by PNS Yarmook under the Saudi-led Combined Maritime Forces (CMF)\u2019 Combined Task Force (CTF-150), in the Arabian Sea. In separate statements, both leaders praised the Navy\u2019s professional excellence and its growing international recognition.President Zardari described the operation as a matter of national pride and a shining example of the Pakistan Navy\u2019s professional capabilities. He emphasized that Yarmook\u2019s success reflected the Navy\u2019s unwavering commitment to regional peace and stability. \u201cThis major anti-narcotics action highlights Pakistan\u2019s critical role in promoting global peace and maritime security,\u201d the president noted, terming it a fine example of mutual Pak-Saudi cooperation. He also extended special appreciation to Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf and the crew of Yarmook for their exemplary performance. The prime minister said the officers and personnel of Pakistan Navy were engaged round the clock in safeguarding the country\u2019s maritime boundaries. \u201cThe entire nation including myself takes pride in officers and sailors of Pakistan Navy,\u201d he added. \u2014 DNA<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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