Saudi Arabia and Pakistan strengthen naval ties at AMAN-2025 naval exercise to promote maritime peace, security, and cooperation.
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![PM Shehbaz Sharif approves comprehensive overhaul and reforms of Pakistan's maritime sector to boost efficiency and competitiveness. [Image via Dawn]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/5c847e20ca2ae-320x179.webp)
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Approves Maritime Sector Reforms
PM Shehbaz Sharif approves comprehensive overhaul and reforms of Pakistan’s maritime sector to boost efficiency and competitiveness.
![DP World and NLC launch direct shipping route, boosting trade and cutting transit times between Pakistan and Bangladesh. [Image via Maritime Gateway]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Nlc-dp-world-320x179.webp)
NLC and DP World Improve Connectivity Between Bangladesh and Pakistan
DP World and NLC launch direct shipping route, boosting trade and cutting transit times between Pakistan and Bangladesh.
![CNS Naveed Ashraf warns of growing maritime challenges in the Indian Ocean due to tensions between Iran, Israel, and the US. [Image via APP/File]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/4557568-739427337-320x179.webp)
Pakistan’s CNS Naveed Ashraf Counts Iran-Israel Tensions Among Growing Maritime Challenges in Indian Ocean
CNS Naveed Ashraf warns of growing maritime challenges in the Indian Ocean due to tensions between Iran, Israel, and the US.
![A Navy speedboat collides with a ferry off Mumbai, resulting in 13 deaths and multiple injuries. Rescue efforts underway. [Image via AFP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/204895-ovobpiqspm-1734535563-320x179.webp)
Navy Speedboat Collides with Ferry off Mumbai Coast, 13 Dead
A Navy speedboat collides with a ferry off Mumbai, resulting in 13 deaths and multiple injuries. Rescue efforts underway.
![India-Pakistan naval rivalry grows with fleet expansions and rising concerns over military capabilities and China's influence. [Image via Daily Times]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Navy-500-1280x720-1-320x179.webp)
India-Pakistan Naval Rivalry: Rising Tensions and Strength
India-Pakistan naval rivalry grows with fleet expansions and rising concerns over military capabilities and China’s influence.
![Pakistan reaffirms its commitment to marine cooperation and sustainable development at the China-Indian Ocean Forum. [Image via CPEC]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/President-Zardari-China-marine-768x429-1-320x179.webp)
Pakistan Commits to Promoting Marine Cooperation at Forum
Pakistan reaffirms its commitment to marine cooperation and sustainable development at the China-Indian Ocean Forum.
![Pakistan Navy's CNS discusses strategic partnerships, global maritime security, and future naval plans in interview with Defence Web. [Image via Business Recorder]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/pak-navy4-1024-320x179.webp)
Pakistan Navy CNS Discusses Maritime Security and Strategic Partnerships in Exclusive Interview
Pakistan Navy’s CNS discusses strategic partnerships, global maritime security, and future naval plans in interview with Defence Web.
![CPEC's maritime dimension is set to transform Pakistan's coastal trade, unlocking vast economic potential and a new era of maritime growth. [Image via Aamir Qureshi/AFP/Getty Images]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/180329_maritime_silk_road_economic-320x179.webp)
How CPEC’s Maritime Dimension Serves as a Gateway for Connectivity
CPEC’s maritime dimension is set to transform Pakistan’s coastal trade, unlocking vast economic potential and a new era of maritime growth.
![From India’s naval rise to the US-China rivalry and Pakistan’s upcoming AMAN, the Indian Ocean is becoming a new battleground for global influence. [Image via Alamy]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20230415_ASP001-320x179.webp)
The Indian Ocean Power Play
From India’s naval rise to the US-China rivalry and Pakistan’s upcoming AMAN, the Indian Ocean is becoming a new battleground for global influence.
