The Pakistan Navy, earlier today conducted a successful test-fire of shore-based anti-ship missile ‘Zarb’.
In a statement issued by Inter Services Public Relations, the trial was conducted in Arabian Sea and weapon launched from coastal site successfully engaged the surface target.
The test further consolidates Pakistan’s capability for defence of the country, it said.
Speaking on the occasion, Vice Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi, Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Operations), said a significant capability has been added to the Pakistan Navy’s arsenal which would further bolster the seaward defence of the country and contribute towards peace and stability in the region.
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah in his felicitation message praised the hard work for successful launch and smooth induction of Zarb missile.
He said the operationalisation of new missile system was part of Pakistan Navy’s continuous efforts to augment its capabilities.
He termed the event as hallmark of Navy’s combat preparedness and an important step towards further strengthening the country’s seaward defence
