Newly-acquired surface-to-air missiles tested.

KARACHI -- The ground-based air defence units of the Pakistan Navy on Thursday demonstrated combat readiness and war fighting potential through the successful firing of surface-to-air missiles during night hours.

The Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Mohammed Amjad Khan Niazi witnessed the missile firing at the forward posts.

During the missile firing sequence, Pakistan Navy's air defence units successfully engaged the intended targets and demonstrated real-time professionalism. The missile firing through the newly acquired short range air defence system reassured Pakistan Navy's formidable defence against any...