Pakistan, Oman Strengthen Ties Through TAT-2025 Exercise. A Royal Navy of Oman (RNO) flotilla, comprising the Vessels Al Rasikh and Al Shinas, visited Karachi to participate in the 12th edition of the bilateral exercise Thamar Al Tayyab (TAT) 2025. Tee exercise aimed to strengthen maritime security cooperation and further deepen the longstanding bonds of friendship between Pakistan and Oman.
Exercise TAT-2025 served as an important platform for mutual learning, enhanced interoperability and professional development. Pakistan Navy and Royal Navy of Oman have been conducting the TAT series of exercises regularly since 1980 and TAT-2023 was conducted in Omani waters.
Royal Navy of Oman (RNO) flotilla, comprising RNO Vessels AL RASIKH & AL SHINAS, visited Karachi for 12th edition of Ex THAMAR AL TAYYIB 2025 (TAT). Ships were received with traditional welcome by senior PN Officials, underscoring enduring Pak Oman maritime partnership. 1/2 pic.twitter.com/4YppY1SSwp
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The visit included call-ons with senior Pakistan Navy leadership, onboard receptions and visits to key naval installations and training facilities. Personnel from both navies engaged in professional dialogues, operational discussions and exchange of experiences across various maritime domains.
Visit culminated in the sea phase, where naval ships from both forces conducted advanced operational maneuvers and joint exercises encompassing major facets of modern maritime warfare.
Pakistan Navy remains committed to fostering regional maritime cooperation and strengthening ties with partner navies worldwide. Royal Navy of Oman’s participation in TAT-2025 reflects the growing defence partnership between the two friendly nations and their shared resolve to promote regional peace, stability, and maritime collaboration.
It is pertinent to that earlier on December 1, as part of its ongoing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) mission in Sri Lanka, the Pakistan Navy successfully rescued a family stranded for five days in flood Kotkawatta area of Sri Lanka.
