Pakistan-China naval forces conclude Sea Guardian IV Exercise: ISPR
Navies conduct air defence drills, submarine operations and live gunnery exercises, says military's media wing
Published April 01, 2026
The Pakistan Navy and the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy concluded a seven-day Sea Guardian IV Exercise, held from March 25 to April 1, to enhance interoperability and maritime cooperation, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Wednesday.
The exercise included a five-day port phase in Karachi and a two-day sea phase in the North Arabian Sea.
During the port visit, PLA Navy Ship Daqing was welcomed by PNS Taimur, the military's media wing said.
The activities included exchange visits, orientations at naval installations, professional discussions on maritime challenges, and a maiden Young Officers Seminar, it added.
The sea phase featured key exercises such as air defence drills against multi-domain swarm threats, operations with a Pakistan Navy submarine, conventional war-at-sea exercises, and live gunnery firing, strengthening operational and tactical coordination.
The exercise concluded with a coordinated patrol in the Arabian Sea, reaffirming both navies' commitment to regional maritime security and stability, it concluded.
