Old thread is here: http://www.pakdef.info/forum/showthread.php?t=6602
Old thread is here: http://www.pakdef.info/forum/showthread.php?t=6602
There is a special Providence in the fall of a sparrow, if it be now, "tis not to come, if it be not to come, it will be now; if it be now, yet it will come, the readiness is all. [Hamlet]
Gwadar port will not be used for military purpose: CNS
Admiral Karimullah says PN to maintain minimum deterrence to deter aggression
LONDON: Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Shahid Karimullah has said the Gwadar port will not be used for strategic or military purpose because it is designed to promote strategic economic interests of the country.
In an interview with a TV channel late on Tuesday, he said China could also utilise Gwadar port for its commercial purposes. "Once it is completed it would help promote trade to and from Central Asian Republics," he added.
The CNS said that the Pakistan Navy had the Jinnah Naval Port, which was 100 miles east of Gwadar, hence the perception in the West that Gwadar could be used for military purposes was incorrect.
Admiral Shahid Karimullah said the government has allocated enough funds for the Navy to maintain minimum deterrence and for defending the country in case of any aggression. He said that Pakistan was neither trying to match Indian Navy unity by unit nor had it any aggressive intentions.
"We have to maintain a minimum conventional deterrence" and the government has earmarked enough funds for the purpose for the next 15 years, he said, adding that the purchase of frigates from China was also a part of the minimum deterrence. In this regard, he went on, "the navy is going for the construction of submarine".
Responding to a question, he said that the Pakistan Navy was participating in a modest way in "Operation Enduring Freedom" in the Persian Gulf being conducted by the coalition forces following government’s permission to participate in it. It is meant to ensure that "the terrorists do not escape to Balochistan" or to any other country and to check narcotics and smuggling.
"Pakistan Navy’s participation in this operation, he said, had helped it "tremendously" as it created a lot of goodwill and indicates its resolve to seriously support anti-terrorist operation."
Answering a question he said some women officers were inducted for short-jobs in the Pakistan Navy but it would be looking at recruiting women cadets for its ships in future.
The naval chief is on a six-day official visit to Britain at the invitation of his British counterpart, Admiral Sir Alan West. Admiral Shahid visited Portsmouth seaport on Tuesday and inspected guard of honour there. During his stay at Portsmouth he met Cdre Adrian Nance and Cdre Gerard Thwaites. He also visited HMS Victory and on arrival, was welcomed by Admiral Sir Alan and Lady West. HMS Victory is a ship which had participated in the Battle of Traffalgar.
http://www.jang.com.pk/thenews/index.html
There is a special Providence in the fall of a sparrow, if it be now, "tis not to come, if it be not to come, it will be now; if it be now, yet it will come, the readiness is all. [Hamlet]
AFX News Limited
UK and Pakistan sign arms deal
05.18.2005, 09:40 AM
ISLAMABAD (AFX) - Pakistan and the UK have signed an arms deal to allow Islamabad to purchase British military hardware, a defence ministry statement said here.
Britain's visiting Under Secretary of State for Defence, Kevin Tebbitt, signed the document with his Pakistani counterpart, Lieutenant General Ali Muhammad Jan, the statement said.
'The Memorandum of Understanding would help open new avenues in defence cooperation between Pakistan and the UK. It would facilitate procurement of defence equipments and transfer of technology,' it said.
The two sides also agreed to hold 'joint exercises, exchange observers and to jointly fight the war on terror.'
transfer of technology
Aziz
If you fail to prepare, you prepare to fail.
Does any one know which version of Harpoon Pakistan will be getting i.e slam, slam-er, or slam-er ATA?
SLAM-DUNK versionOriginally Posted by pshamim
H Khan
Pakistanis (irrespective of their standing in society) exult gossip, paranoia, superstition, and conspiracy theories more than the science of history- H Khan
No NO nO Its the GRAND SLAM version we're gettin
But seriously I doubt if were getting the Er etc versions.
Omani Commander calls on President
RAWALPINDI, Jun 1 (APP): Commander of Omani Royal Navy Rear Admiral Salim Bin Rashid Al Alawi, currently on an official visit to Pakistan called on the President General Pervez Musharraf here Wednesday.
During the call, the President recalled the fraternal relations between Oman and Pakistan, particularly between the Armed Forces of the two countries and underscored the need for further strengthening these ties. He wished the visiting dignitary a fruitful and comfortable stay in the country.
Rear Admiral Salim Bin Abdullah Bin Rashid Al Alwi thanked the Government of Pakistan and Pakistan Navy for extending exemplary hospitality to him and the members of his delegation. He expressed his resolve for further strengthening the already existing excellent relations between the Navies of Oman and Pakistan.
http://www.app.com.pk/n32.htm
There is a special Providence in the fall of a sparrow, if it be now, "tis not to come, if it be not to come, it will be now; if it be now, yet it will come, the readiness is all. [Hamlet]
Pakistan Observer
Pakistan considering to purchase Type-23 Frigates from UK
John Thakur Das
Karachi—Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Shahid Karimullah Thursday said the role of Pakistan Navy to counter terrorism operations in the region has been acknowledged and appreciated internationally as its fleet units have created deterrence against nefarious elements and acted force multipliers for coalition forces in the Arabian Sea.
According to Inter Services Public Relations Directorate in Karachi the remarks of Naval Chief came after his recent successful visit of United Kingdom and South Africa.
Shahid Karimullah said his talks with the British counterpart Admiral Sir Alan West First Sea Lord proved very fruitful as Pakistan Navy looks forward to acquire Type-23 Frigates from UK and negotiations for purchase will commence once inspection and evaluation of these ships is done. He also discussed various training aspects after visiting British Fleet Units and held meetings with senior naval officers including Gen. Robert Fry, CBE Deputy Chief of the Defence Staff.
During his visit of South Africa Chief of the Naval Staff held discussions with his countperpart primarily focused on sale of South African military hardware specially Data Link, EW and command and control systems to Pakistan Navy. It was agreed to enhance cooperation in the training areas and prospect of technical collaboration for the benefit of both.
During the visit the Naval Chief called on Secretary of Defence Masilela and Deputy Minister of Defence Lekota and visited department of Denel Aerospace Systems and Man Serro Stall where production and marketing of Type-209 submarine is taking place. The Naval Chief during the tour also visited various fleet units and training establishments of South African navy.
At the airport the Naval Chief was received by Vice Admiral Afzal Tahir, Megon Govender Charge-d’ Affaires, South Africa and senior naval officers.
As reported Pakistan is receiving the Hrpoon Block II version of the Harpoon. Looks like that this missile will have GPS antennae and software from Boeing's Standoff Land Attack Missile (SLAM) and SLAM Expanded Response (SLAM ER) integrated into the guidance section. Here is the info on this particular version of Harpoon:Mohsin: But seriously I doubt if were getting the Er etc versions
The Harpoon Block II is an upgrade program to improve the baseline capabilities to attack targets in congested littoral environments. The upgrade is based on the current Harpoon. Harpoon Block II provides accurate long-range guidance for coastal, littoral and blue water ship targets by incorporating the low cost integrated Global Positioning System/Inertial Navigation System (GPS/INS) from the Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) program. GPS antennae and software from Boeing's Standoff Land Attack Missile (SLAM) and SLAM Expanded Response (SLAM ER) has been integrated into the guidance section. The improved littoral capabilities enables Harpoon Block II to impact a designated GPS target point. The existing 500 pound blast warhead will deliver lethal firepower against targets which include coastal anti-surface missile sites and ships in port. For the anti-ship mission, the GPS/INS provides improved missile guidance to the target area. The accurate navigation solution allows target ship discrimination from a nearby land mass using shoreline data provided by the launch platform. These Block II improvements will maintain Harpoon's high hit probability while offering a 90% improvement in the separation distance between the hostile threat and local shorelines. Harpoon Block II is capable of deployment from all platforms which currently have the Harpoon Missile system by using existing command and launch equipment. A growth path is envisioned for integration with the Vertical Launch System and modern integrated weapon control systems.
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Can Harpoon II bring down an aircraft carrier ?
It all depends where the harpoon strikes.
H Khan
Pakistanis (irrespective of their standing in society) exult gossip, paranoia, superstition, and conspiracy theories more than the science of history- H Khan
A hit at the right place can make an ACC unoperational but I doubt it can sink it as the warhead is too small. However, if it hits the armoury or fuel it can create significant damage that could cause the ACC to sink. An unoperational ACC on the open seas is as good a dead.
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