Keel laying of first indigenously designed gunboat for Pakistan Navy held.

KARACHI -- Pakistan achieved another mega milestone in the indigenous ship's development as the keel laying ceremony of the first indigenously designed gunboat was held at Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works (KS and EW).

Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral Ovais Ahmed Bilgrami graced the occasion as chief guest, according to a communique here on Saturday.

Speaking on the occasion, he said it was a matter of great pride to witness the development of the first indigenously designed gunboat for Pakistan Navy.

He appraised that Pakistan Navy was aware of the evolving geo-strategic situation in the region and would continue to enhance the naval potential to remain combat-ready to counter any nefarious designs.

He praised the joint efforts and performance of the Ministry of Defence Production, Pakistan Navy and Karachi Shipyard for achieving the historical milestone of indigenously designing the...