China-made advanced naval warships inducted into Pakistan Navy.

BEIJING -- In a major leap towards strengthening capabilities to respond to maritime threats and contribution to peace and stability in the region, the Pakistan Navy inducted two new frigates - PNS Tipu Sultan and Shahjahan - into its fleet.

The navy's media wing, in a statement released Wednesday, said the two newly built Type 054 A/P frigates were commissioned in the navy during an impressive ceremony held at Hudong Zhonghua Shipyard Shanghai, China.

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi graced the ceremony as chief guest and handed over the traditional Command Scrolls to the Commanding Officers of PN Ships, read the statement.

Speaking on the occasion, the chief of the naval staff highlighted that the commissioning of the two frigates ushers a new chapter in the Pak-China friendship that has matured and rests firmly on the pillars of trust, respect and mutual support. 'The same is manifested in our defence collaborations.'

The naval chief added that with the active support of China, the navy has undertaken substantial measures to strengthen its force structure and progressive capability enhancement.

The admiral thanked and praised the concerted efforts made by all major stakeholders involved in the development of the ships for the timely completion of the project despite...