Karachi (TDI): A major milestone in defense cooperation was the arrival of the Italian Navy’s (Marina Militare) aircraft carrier Cavour at Karachi Naval Port. This brings F-35 fighter jets as part of the Italian Carrier Strike Group.
This marks a significant step in bolstering naval ties between Italy and Pakistan, with joint exercises planned to enhance the operational capabilities of both nations.
The Cavour and its accompanying strike group will engage in joint naval exercises with Pakistan’s Navy’s Surface Task Group. These exercises are designed to improve interoperability between the two naval forces.
However, this will focus on complex tactical maneuvers, air-sea coordination, search-and-rescue operations, and defense strategies against emerging maritime threats.
The collaboration underscores the importance both countries place on maintaining naval security in the Indian Ocean.
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A Pakistan Navy spokesperson welcomed the arrival of the Italian Carrier Strike Group and highlighted the importance of this engagement.
The arrival of Cavour and the joint exercises reflect the strong and growing partnership between both nations.
The interaction will allow the Pakistani and Italian forces to work closely together. They will share knowledge and best practices, while promoting peace and stability in the region.
The Italian Navy’s deployment of the Cavour is seen as a show of Italy’s advanced naval capabilities and its commitment to boosting closer defense of its ties with Pakistan.
It also reinforces Pakistan’s strategic importance in maritime security.
The exercises will allow both nations to enhance operational readiness and respond to shared security challenges.
The visit of Cavour marks an important chapter in Pakistan-Italy relations, with both navies expected to deepen cooperation in the future.
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However, this will focus on complex tactical maneuvers, air-sea coordination, search-and-rescue operations, and defense strategies against emerging maritime threats.
The collaboration underscores the importance both countries place on maintaining naval security in the Indian Ocean.
A Pakistan Navy spokesperson welcomed the arrival of the Italian Carrier Strike Group and highlighted the importance of this engagement.
The arrival of Cavour and the joint exercises reflect the strong and growing partnership between both nations.
The interaction will allow the Pakistani and Italian forces to work closely together, sharing knowledge and best practices, while promoting peace and stability in the region.
The Italian Navy’s deployment of the Cavour is seen as a show of Italy’s advanced naval capabilities and its commitment.
That boosts closer defense of its ties with Pakistan. It also reinforces Pakistan’s strategic importance in maritime security.
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The exercises will allow both nations to enhance operational readiness and respond to shared security challenges.
The visit of Cavour marks an important chapter in Pakistan-Italy relations, with both navies expected to deepen cooperation in the future.
